marmite

Definitions


[ˈmɑːmʌɪt], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an earthenware cooking container


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Origin:
late 16th century (in Scots): from French, of uncertain origin. Scholars no longer believe that this derives from Old French marmite ‘hypocritical’, with reference to the hidden contents of the lidded pot


[ˈmɑːmʌɪt], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a dark savoury spread made from yeast extract and vegetable extract


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Origin:
early 20th century: from marmite




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