Oregano
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ɒɹɪˈɡɑːnəʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Oregano is a noun meaning A herb of the mint family, Origanum vulgare, having aromatic leaves.
Meaning
A herb of the mint family, Origanum vulgare, having aromatic leaves.
More Meanings
- Other herbs with a similar flavor, including other species in the genus Origanum, and Mexican oregano, Lippia graveolens
- The leaves of these plants used in flavouring food.
Word Forms
- oreganos
Synonyms for oregano
Depending on context, synonyms include marjoram.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include marjoram, condiment, miracle, origan, origane, origanum.
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