rosemary

rose·mary

noun \ˈrōz-ˌmer-ē\

plural rose·mar·ies

Definition of ROSEMARY

: a fragrant shrubby Mediterranean mint (Rosmarinus officinalis) having grayish-green needlelike leaves used as a seasoning; also : the leaves of rosemary

Examples of ROSEMARY

1. The recipe calls for a tablespoon of rosemary.

Origin of ROSEMARY

Middle English rosmarine, from Anglo-French rosemarin, from Latin rosmarinus, from ror-, ros dew + marinus of the sea; akin to Sanskrit rasa sap, juice — more at marine

First Known Use: 14th century

Rhymes with ROSEMARY

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