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Majorana

Majorana

9.9
A small group of aromatic herbs like sweet marjoram in the mint family
  • noun
  • /ˌmɑːdʒəˈrɑːnə/
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Majorana is known for its aromatic leaves, commonly used in cooking and herbal remedies.

Examples

  • I love cooking with Majorana for its unique flavor.

  • Many gardeners grow Majorana species for their fragrant foliage and culinary value.

  • Some botanists classify sweet marjoram under Majorana rather than Origanum.

  • The Majorana plant thrives in warm climates.

  • In Italian cooking, majorana is often used to enhance the flavor of sauces and meats.

  • The chef sprinkled fresh majorana over the pasta for a fragrant touch.

  • For my herb garden, I decided to plant majorana alongside basil and thyme.

Synonyms

genus Majorana
vsMajorana
  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of herb plants that includes sweet marjoram

is included within Origanum only sometimes rather than usually

Compounds

Majorana hortensis
7.8

An aromatic herb like oregano from the Mediterranean used to flavor food

genus Majorana
  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of herb plants that includes sweet marjoram

Origanum majorana
  • Specialized
8.3

A small herb with a mild sweet taste and pleasant smell used in cooking

Surface Forms

Majorana singular
Majoranas plural

Etymology

Majorana comes from the old Latin name majorana, the original name for the herb we now call marjoram. So Majorana today refers to a small group of fragrant, sweet herbs often used in cooking.