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Definition of: origan
(ôr′ə·gən, or′-) noun
The wild marjoram (Origanum vulgare), an important source of carvacrol: its fragrant leaves are esteemed as a seasoning. Also spelled oregano. [<OF <L origanum <Gk. origanon, an herb like marjoram <oros, oreos a mountain + ganos brightness, joy]
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