Definition of tarragon Tarragon

tar•ra•gon

We found 9 definitions of tarragon from 6 different sources.

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What does tarragon mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: tarragons

tarragon - fresh leaves (or leaves preserved in vinegar) used as seasoning
  estragon
  herb aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities
tarragon - aromatic perennial of southeastern Russia
  estragon, Artemisia dracunculus
  artemisia any of various composite shrubs or herbs of the genus Artemisia having aromatic green or greyish foliage
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Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • tarragon (n.)
    A plant of the genus Artemisa (A. dracunculus), much used in France for flavoring vinegar.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • tarragon
    A perennial herb, Artemisia dracunculus, from Europe and parts of Asia.
  • tarragon
    The leaves of this plant (Artemisia dracunculus) either fresh, or preserved in vinegar, used as a seasoning.

Chambers DictionaryChamber's 20th Century Dictionary 📕

  • tarragon
    tar′a-gon, n. the herb-dragon, an aromatic plant used for flavouring vinegar, sauces, &c. [Sp. taragontia—Ar. tarkhūn—Gr. drakōn, a dragon.]

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