marjoram
noun
mar·jo·ram
ˈmär-jə-rəm 
ˈmärj-rəm
: any of various usually fragrant and aromatic Old World mints (genus Origanum) often used as seasoning
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Bell's contains ground oregano and ground marjoram among other hefty herbs that hold up to the intensity of the oyster taste.
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Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
Add the bay leaf, cloves and marjoram, stir to combine and, when fragrant, about two minutes, add the stock.
—Claudia Alexander, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
Alpine strawberries, yerba buena, oregano, and marjoram are interplanted around the stepping stone path with alpine strawberries, while Flame Seedless table grapes grow over the pergola to provide shade.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2024
Flavors of black cherry, dark chocolate, marjoram, and a hint of pencil lead are sheathed in a cloak of opulent tannins that just keep going on the palate.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2024
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Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
Add the bay leaf, cloves and marjoram, stir to combine and, when fragrant, about two minutes, add the stock.
—Claudia Alexander, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
Alpine strawberries, yerba buena, oregano, and marjoram are interplanted around the stepping stone path with alpine strawberries, while Flame Seedless table grapes grow over the pergola to provide shade.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2024
Flavors of black cherry, dark chocolate, marjoram, and a hint of pencil lead are sheathed in a cloak of opulent tannins that just keep going on the palate.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2024
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“Marjoram.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/marjoram. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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marjoram
noun
mar·jo·ram
ˈmärj-(ə-)rəm
: any of various usually fragrant mints often used as seasoning
Medical Definition
marjoram
noun
mar·jo·ram
ˈmärj-(ə-)rəm
: any of various usually fragrant and aromatic mints (genera Origanum and Majorana) often used in cookery
especially
: sweet marjoram
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