rosemary

n. a plant with thin, needle-like leaves that you use in cooking to add a fresh, woody flavour.

n. the aromatic leaves of the shrub Salvia rosmarinus, used as a culinary seasoning. Usually uncountable when referring to the herb in food.

“She added a few sprigs of fresh rosemary to the roasted potatoes.”

“The chef recommended infusing the olive oil with rosemary and garlic to enhance the earthy profile of the dish.”

n. a small evergreen bush with purple, pink, or blue flowers that grows well in dry places.

n. an evergreen shrub of the mint family, native to the Mediterranean region. Countable when referring to the individual plant.

“We planted a large rosemary by the garden gate because it smells wonderful.”

“In many Mediterranean climates, rosemary is utilised as a hardy ornamental shrub that requires minimal irrigation once established.”

n. a traditional name for a girl or woman.

n. a female given name, historically derived from the Latin 'ros marinus' meaning 'dew of the sea'.

“Rosemary was my grandmother's name, and it is becoming popular again.”

“The protagonist, Rosemary, navigates the complexities of mid-century social expectations throughout the novel.”