origan

[ awr-i-guhn, or- ]

noun

1. an aromatic herb, especially oregano.

origan

/ ˈɒrɪɡən /

noun

1. another name for marjoram

Word History and Origins

Origin of origan¹

1375–1425; late Middle English < Latin orīganum < Greek orī́ganon; derivation and further etymology uncertain

Word History and Origins

Origin of origan¹

C16: from Latin orīganum, from Greek origanon an aromatic herb, perhaps marjoram; compare oregano

Example Sentences

I chanced to see her in her proper hue,Bathing herself in origan and thyme.

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