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

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

Or go in a resinous direction and try fresh thyme or marjoram. —Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 5 Aug. 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