wilde marjolein

Dutch

Etymology

Literally, wild marjoram.

Pronunciation

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Noun

wilde marjolein f (uncountable, diminutive wild marjoleintje n)

  1. the oregano plant, Origanum vulgare
    Synonym: oregano

Usage notes

  • When referring to the herb in culinary contexts, the word oregano is almost always used.

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