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sweet marjoram
noun
: a perennial marjoram (Origanum majorana synonym Majorana hortensis) with dense spikelike flower clusters
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Herbs: Anise, arugula, basil, bay, chives, cilantro, coriander, dill, fennel, garlic, lavender, mint, oregano, parsley, rosemary, sage, sweet marjoram, thyme and watercress.
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Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 30 Nov. 2024
For instance, the Good Night blend is a combination of lavender, sweet marjoram, chamomile, bergamot, ylang ylang, sandalwood, vanilla, and a few other oils.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 9 July 2024
Herbs: Anise, basil, bay laurel, chive, dill, ginger, lemon balm, Mexican tarragon, mint, oregano, rosemary, sage, sweet marjoram and thyme
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Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2024
Typically, essential oils are extracts from plants—such as lavender, bergamot, and sweet marjoram— that act as a mild sedative causing people to feel relaxed and sleep better.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 9 July 2024
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First Known Use
1565, in the meaning defined above
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“Sweet marjoram.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweet%20marjoram. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
Medical Definition
sweet marjoram
noun
: an aromatic European herb (Majorana hortensis) with dense spikelike flower clusters formerly used as a mild stimulant and carminative
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