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

Examples of marjoram in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Research shows that eucalyptus, pennyroyal, marjoram and rosemary may be useful to treat head lice. —Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 28 June 2024

Drought-tolerant herbs include common culinary sage, thyme, marjoram, rosemary, and lavender. —Joshua Siskin, Orange County Register, 20 June 2024

On a sheet pan, stir together the chickpeas, ⅔ cup olive oil, tomatoes, cinnamon, marjoram sprigs and 2 tablespoons chopped ginger. —Ali Slagle, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2024

Meanwhile, chickpeas, tomatoes, olive oil and a warming combination of cinnamon, ginger and marjoram concentrate until the chickpeas are buttery-soft and the tomatoes caramelized. —Ali Slagle, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English mageram, marjolane, from Middle French majorane, marjolaine, from Medieval Latin majorana

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing marjoram

• sweet marjoram
• wild marjoram

Kids Definition

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