oregano

noun oreg·a·no \ ə-ˈre-gə-ˌnō \

|Updated on: 9 Aug 2018

Definition of oregano

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

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Examples of oregano in a Sentence

The recipe calls for a tablespoon of chopped oregano.

Recent Examples of oregano from the Web

Transfer paste to a large bowl and stir in tomato paste, oregano, and 3 Tbsp.

— andy baraghani, Bon Appetit, "Spicy Grilled Chicken with Crunchy Fennel Salad," 28 May 2018
At the top of the list are thyme, rosemary, oregano, sage and chives.

— becky krystal, sacbee, "As you plot to grow herbs, aim for a balance of wants, needs," 29 June 2018
Pulse onions, rosemary leaves, and oregano leaves in a food processor until finely chopped; set remaining rosemary sprigs aside.

— carla lalli music, Bon Appetit, "Grilled Rosemary Lamb with Juicy Tomatoes," 28 May 2018
Add greens: While the machine is stopped, remove the lid and add scallions, chives, watercress, tarragon, parsley, basil, oregano, salt and pepper to the container.

— debbi snook, cleveland.com, "Seven Herb Soup from Vitamix (photo, recipe)," 9 May 2018
Vinaigrette: Put the vinegar, mustard and oregano in the bowl of a food processor or in a blender and pulse to combine.

— San Antonio Express-News, "Recipe: Tex-Mex Cornbread Salad," 18 Apr. 2018
Like oregano and basil, stevia grows well in pots when 1 to 2 plants to a pot.

— the editors of organic life, Good Housekeeping, "How To Grow Your Own Natural Stevia Right In Your Garden," 8 Aug. 2017
Herbs: Anise, basil, bay laurel, chive, dill, ginger, lemon balm, Mexican tarragon, mint, oregano, sage, sweet marjoram and thyme.

— tom maccubbin, OrlandoSentinel.com, "July in the garden," 30 June 2018
At the top of the list are thyme, rosemary, oregano, sage and chives.

— becky krystal, sacbee, "As you plot to grow herbs, aim for a balance of wants, needs," 29 June 2018

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