marjoram
any of several aromatic herbs belonging to the genus Origanum, of the mint family, especially O. majorana(sweet marjoram ), having leaves used as seasoning in cooking.
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Origin of marjoram
1- Compare oregano.
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How to use marjoram in a sentence
Talking of flavorful food, the ancient Egyptians, especially the richer sections of the society, were known to have used herbs and imported spices, like dill, coriander seeds, mustard, thyme, marjoram, and cinnamon.
The Delectable History of Food in Ancient Egypt | Dattatreya Mandal | November 8, 2022 | Realm of HistoryCue the meatless Irish stew, an enlightened bowl gathering whatever vegetables look good in the market in a broth lush with marjoram, rosemary and thyme.
Mattie & Eddie’s channels the Irish spirit of a veteran chef’s grandparents | Tom Sietsema | May 21, 2021 | Washington PostIn case you are not familiar with it, za’atar is a Middle Eastern herb mix which, although the exact blend varies, is usually some combination of dried oregano, thyme, marjoram, sumac and sesame seeds.
Chickpeas, tomatoes and za’atar are the stars of this fun pizza on a pita | Ellie Krieger | April 22, 2021 | Washington PostAnd I use generous amounts of fresh marjoram, the herb I always consider first when I cook with mushrooms.
A grass with knotted or jointed stem: some, however, suppose marjoram to be intended here.
Milton's Comus | John Milton
Then he suddenly demands the password from Edgar, and Edgar immediately answers him with the words "Sweet marjoram."
Tolstoy on Shakespeare | Leo TolstoyMix together some grated bread, and some marjoram and onion chopped fine.
Domestic French Cookery, 4th ed. | Sulpice BaruThere was lavender, the blossoms had been gathered long ago, and sweet marjoram and sweet clover.
A Little Girl in Old Salem | Amanda Minnie DouglasOne winter Mrs. marjoram was taken ill, and, being so very old, her life was despaired of.
British Dictionary definitions for marjoram
/ (ˈmɑːdʒərəm) /
Also called: sweet marjoram an aromatic Mediterranean plant, Origanum (or Marjorana) hortensis, with small pale purple flowers and sweet-scented leaves, used for seasoning food and in salads: family Lamiaceae (labiates)
Origin of marjoram
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