marjoram

• Nom désignant une plante aromatique vivace d'Eurasie, dont les feuilles parfumées sont utilisées comme condiment pour la viande, la volaille, les plats en sauce, les soupes et les omelettes.

A noun referring to an aromatic Eurasian perennial herb whose pungent leaves are used as a seasoning for meats, fowl, stews, soups, and omelets.

1. Aromatic herbB1formalculinary

   A perennial herb from the mint family, native to Eurasia, with small, pungent leaves used as a seasoning.

   Marjolaine

   • She added fresh marjoram to the tomato sauce for extra flavor.
   • Marjoram pairs well with roasted chicken and lamb.
   • The recipe calls for a teaspoon of dried marjoram.

2. Culinary seasoningB1formalculinary

   The dried or fresh leaves of the marjoram plant, used to season meats, stews, soups, and omelets.

   Marjolaine (assaisonnement culinaire)

   • He sprinkled marjoram over the stew before serving.
   • Marjoram is a key ingredient in many Italian dishes.
   • You can substitute oregano for marjoram in a pinch.

   Synonymessweet marjoram