a white caustic alkaline substance consisting of calcium oxide, which is obtained by heating limestone and which combines with water with the production of much heat; quicklime.
a white alkaline substance consisting of calcium hydroxide, made by adding water to quicklime and used in traditional building methods to make plaster, mortar, and limewash.
(in general use) any of a number of calcium compounds, especially calcium hydroxide, used as an additive to soil or water.
birdlime.
a rounded citrus fruit similar to a lemon but greener, smaller, and with a distinctive acid flavour
a drink made from or flavoured with lime juice
the evergreen citrus tree which produces limes, widely cultivated in warm climates.
a bright light green colour like that of a lime
a deciduous tree with heart-shaped leaves and fragrant yellowish blossom, native to north temperate regions. The pale timber is used for carving and inexpensive furniture.
an informal social gathering characterized by semi-ritualized talking.
treat (soil or water) with lime to reduce acidity and improve fertility or oxygen levels
give (wood) a bleached appearance by treating it with lime
catch (a bird) with birdlime
sit or stand around talking with others
