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costmary
[ kost-mair-ee, kawst- ]
noun
, plural cost·mar·ies.
- a composite plant, Chrysanthemum balsamita, that has silvery, fragrant leaves and is used in salads and as a flavoring.
costmary
/ ˈkɒstˌmɛərɪ /
noun
- a herbaceous plant, Chrysanthemum balsamita, native to Asia. Its fragrant leaves were used as a seasoning and to flavour ale: family Asteraceae (composites) Also calledalecost
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Word History and Origins
Origin of costmary1
1325–75; Middle English costmarie, equivalent to cost ( Old English cost costmary < Latin costum, costus a composite herb, Saussurea lappa < Greek kóstos ) + Marie (the Virgin) Mary
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Word History and Origins
Origin of costmary1
C15 costmarie , from Latin costum aromatic plant + Marie (the Virgin) Mary
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Example Sentences
The plant costmary, which was formerly much used for flavoring ale.
From Project Gutenberg
The common perennial sweet-herbs are: Sage, lavender, peppermint, spearmint, hyssop, thyme, marjoram, balm, catnip, rosemary, horehound, fennel, lovage, winter savory, tansy, wormwood, costmary.
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