marjoram

noun

mar·​jo·​ram ˈmär-jə-rəm How to pronounce marjoram (audio)
ˈmärj-rəm
: any of various usually fragrant and aromatic Old World mints (genus Origanum) often used as seasoning

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This dipping oil comes together in about two minutes and is a consistent, classic blend of typically basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024 Local products include oysters from the Po Delta, trout and smoked eel or modern interpretations of traditional dishes such as parmesan gnocchi, made without eggs and potatoes, served in a hot soup of peas, horseradish and marjoram, or the piadina filled with horse meat tartare, a local specialty. Andrea Onate, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024 Bell's contains ground oregano and ground marjoram among other hefty herbs that hold up to the intensity of the oyster taste. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024 Add the bay leaf, cloves and marjoram, stir to combine and, when fragrant, about two minutes, add the stock. Claudia Alexander, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for marjoram 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English mageram, marjolane, from Middle French majorane, marjolaine, from Medieval Latin majorana

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of marjoram was in the 15th century

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“Marjoram.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/marjoram. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

marjoram

noun
mar·​jo·​ram ˈmärj-(ə-)rəm How to pronounce marjoram (audio)
: any of various usually fragrant mints often used as seasoning

Medical Definition

marjoram

noun
mar·​jo·​ram ˈmärj-(ə-)rəm How to pronounce marjoram (audio)
: any of various usually fragrant and aromatic mints (genera Origanum and Majorana) often used in cookery
especially : sweet marjoram

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