Oregano Definition

ə-rĕgə-nō, ô-rĕg-
noun
Any of a number of plants (esp. Origanum vulgare) of the mint family, the fragrant leaves of which are used for seasoning.
Webster's New World
The leaves of this plant used as a seasoning.
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Noun

Singular:
oregano
Plural:
oreganos

Origin of Oregano

  • Spanish orégano wild marjoram from Latin orīganum from Greek orīganon

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • From Ancient Greek ὀρίγανον (origanon).

    From Wiktionary

Oregano Sentence Examples

  • Season the meat sauce with salt and pepper and add some oregano, basil and a grating of nutmeg.

  • Notes You can use any herb to flavor these burgers; try fresh oregano, parsley or sage.

  • Variations include roasted red peppers, dill and oregano.

  • Greek oregano grows well in pots, reaching 8 to 12 inches.

  • Tomato Herb Bread Italian plum tomatoes with a mixture of Oregano, thyme, rosemary and basil in a sourdough is a perfect lunch.

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OORORE

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ONOANO

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