marjoram

noun

mar·​jo·​ram ˈmär-jə-rəm How to pronounce marjoram (audio)
ˈmärj-rəm
: any of various usually fragrant and aromatic Old World mints (genus Origanum) often used as seasoning

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Warm the coconut oil, and then add the red bell pepper, scallion, red chili flakes, garlic, celery, thyme, marjoram and ginger. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 2 Mar. 2026 Here, chef Hugh Acheson swaps out the sugar for maple syrup and adds fresh marjoram and chiles, yielding an earthier dish with just the right amount of heat. — Saveur Editors, Saveur, 15 Apr. 2026 Zucchini bread is infused with notes of cinnamon, thyme, marjoram, orange zest, and bittersweet chocolate. — The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026 Marjoram There are several types of marjoram, but the most common variety for cooking is only hardy from zones 9 and up. — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for marjoram

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of marjoram was in the 15th century

Phrases Containing marjoram

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“Marjoram.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/marjoram. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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marjoram

noun
mar·​jo·​ram ˈmärj-(ə-)rəm How to pronounce marjoram (audio)
: any of various usually fragrant mints often used as seasoning

Medical Definition

marjoram

noun
mar·​jo·​ram ˈmärj-(ə-)rəm How to pronounce marjoram (audio)
: any of various usually fragrant and aromatic mints (genus Origanum) often used in cookery
especially : sweet marjoram

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