transcription, транскрипция: [ laɪm ]
( limes)
1.
A lime is a green fruit that tastes like a lemon. Limes grow on trees in tropical countries.
...peeled slices of lime...
Add a few drops of lime juice.
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2.
A lime is a large tree with pale green leaves. It is often planted in parks in towns and cities.
...dilapidated avenues of limes.
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3.
Lime is a substance containing calcium. It is found in soil and water.
If your soil is very acid, add lime.
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Lime is also a combining form.
...lime-rich sand.
...old lime-stained baths.
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