Definition of origanum in English:
origanum
noun ɒˈrɪɡ(ə)nəməˈriɡənəm
An aromatic plant of a genus that includes marjoram and oregano.
Genus Origanum, family Labiatae
Example sentencesExamples
- Origanum vulgare, or Wild marjoram, is a perennial herb, with erect, leafy, hairy, purple, quadrangular, corymbose stems, from 6 inches to 2 feet in height.
- Its flowers are the source of the famous Hymettus honey; and what is called ‘Spanish origanum oil’ is produced from it.
- Italian oregano (Origanum X majoricum) is a hybrid resulting from crossing oregano and sweet marjoram (Origanum majorana).
- The subspecies of oregano Origanum vulgare hirtum is an important culinary herb.
- He'd had to assure her that garlic and origanum were necessities, and avocado vinaigrette could add a delightful - and nourishing - touch to a meal.
Origin
Latin, from Greek origanon, perhaps from oros 'mountain' + ganos 'brightness'.