oregano
noun
oreg·a·no
ə-ˈre-gə-ˌnō 
1
: a bushy perennial mint (Origanum vulgare) with leaves that are used as a seasoning and a source of aromatic oil
called also origanum, wild marjoram
2
: any of several plants (genera Lippia and Coleus) other than oregano of the vervain or mint families
Examples of oregano in a Sentence
The recipe calls for a tablespoon of chopped oregano.
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In regions with milder winters, oregano may remain green, allowing harvesting through spring.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
This version specifically calls for a red pepper pistou, which is a cold sauce made from roasted red bell peppers, oregano leaves, Parmesan cheese and olive oil.
—Christopher Murray
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Drizzle with oil, oregano and crushed red pepper.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2025
Stir in tomatoes, jalapeño, garlic, tomato sauce, cilantro, onion, cumin, oregano and 1 teaspoon of the salt.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
This version specifically calls for a red pepper pistou, which is a cold sauce made from roasted red bell peppers, oregano leaves, Parmesan cheese and olive oil.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Drizzle with oil, oregano and crushed red pepper.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2025
Stir in tomatoes, jalapeño, garlic, tomato sauce, cilantro, onion, cumin, oregano and 1 teaspoon of the salt.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
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“Oregano.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oregano. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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oregano
noun
oreg·a·no
ə-ˈreg-ə-ˌnō
plural oreganos
: a bushy mint with leaves used as a seasoning and a source of a fragrant oil
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