noun
rosemary
ROHZ-mair-ee/ˈrəʊzmeri/
An aromatic evergreen herb used in cooking.
Fresh rosemary flavors the roasted potatoes.
Etymology
The herb’s name literally means “dew of the sea.” It may have received this name because it grew near coasts, connecting the culinary plant with its natural habitat.
In context
… rosemary amazingly robust with great bittersweet green leaves it's a classic paired with lamb
More examples
- She added fresh rosemary to the potatoes.
- The garden smelled of rosemary after the rain.
- A sprig of rosemary rested beside the roast.
Forms
rosemary
Similar words
- thyme
- A different aromatic herb with smaller leaves.