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oregano

ore·gano

UK/ˈɒɹɪˌɡɑːnəʊ/ US/əˈɹɛɡənoʊ/ uncommon

noun

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2.

pungent leaves used as seasoning with meats and fowl and in stews and soups and omelets

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Origin

18th century, from Spanish orégano (“wild marjoram”), from Latin orīganum, from Ancient Greek ὀρίγανον (oríganon). Doublet of origanum.

Phrases

  • Cuban oregano
  • English oregano
  • Lebanese oregano
  • Mexican oregano
  • Mt. Pima oregano
  • Spanish oregano
  • Syrian oregano

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