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Creeping Thyme

Definition:

Creeping thyme is a perennial herb that belongs to the mint family. It is characterized by its low-growing habit and spreads along the ground, making it ideal for use as ground cover in gardens, walkways, and rock gardens.

Senses:

Noun

1. Botany: A low-growing herbaceous plant with small, aromatic leaves and delicate pink or purple flowers, commonly used as ground cover in landscaping.

2. Culinary: A variety of thyme with a creeping growth habit that is used in cooking to add flavor to various dishes.

Verb

1. To spread or grow in a creeping manner, like the plant creeping thyme.

2. To move slowly and quietly, typically with a stealthy or sneaky intent.

Examples:

Noun:

1. My garden is adorned with creeping thyme, which forms a beautiful carpet of purple flowers.
2. The creeping thyme released its fragrant aroma as I brushed against it.
3. We planted creeping thyme around the stepping stones to create a charming pathway through the garden.

Verb:

1. The vines of the plant started to creep thyme over the garden fence.
2. He slowly crept thyme towards the door, trying to avoid making any noise.
3. The secret spy crept thyme through the dark corridors, unnoticed by the guards.

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