Noun | 1. | lime - a caustic substance produced by heating limestone Synonyms: calcium hydrate, calcium hydroxide, caustic lime, hydrated lime, lime hydrate, slaked lime |
2. | lime - a white crystalline oxide used in the production of calcium hydroxide | |
3. | lime - a sticky adhesive that is smeared on small branches to capture small birds Synonyms: birdlime | |
4. | ![]() Synonyms: Citrus aurantifolia, lime tree | |
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6. | lime - the green acidic fruit of any of various lime trees | |
Verb | 1. | lime - spread birdlime on branches to catch birds Synonyms: birdlime |
2. | lime - cover with lime so as to induce growth; "lime the lawn" |