First Known Use: 15th century
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marjoram
noun mar·jo·ram \ˈmär-jə-rəm, ˈmärj-rəm\
: an herb that has a pleasant smell and is often used in cooking
Full Definition of MARJORAM
: any of various usually fragrant and aromatic Old World mints (genus Origanum) often used as seasoning
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Origin of MARJORAM
Middle English mageram, marjolane, from Middle French majorane, marjolaine, from Medieval Latin majorana
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marjoram
noun mar·jo·ram \ˈmärj-(ə-)rəm\
Medical Definition of MARJORAM
: any of various usually fragrant and aromatic mints (genera Origanum and Majorana) often used in cookery; especially : sweet marjoram
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