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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Alpine strawberries, yerba buena, oregano, and marjoram are interplanted around the stepping stone path with alpine strawberries, while Flame Seedless table grapes grow over the pergola to provide shade. Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2024 Flavors of black cherry, dark chocolate, marjoram, and a hint of pencil lead are sheathed in a cloak of opulent tannins that just keep going on the palate. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2024 Or go in a resinous direction and try fresh thyme or marjoram. Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2024 Research shows that eucalyptus, pennyroyal, marjoram and rosemary may be useful to treat head lice. Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 28 June 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 5 Nov. 2024.

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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