First Known Use: 14th century
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origanum
noun orig·a·num \ə-ˈri-gə-nəm\
Definition of ORIGANUM
: any of several aromatic mints (especially genus Origanum) used as seasonings; especially : oregano 1
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Origin of ORIGANUM
Middle English, from Latin, wild marjoram, from Greek origanon
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