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Definition of marmalade

marmalade

/ˈmɑːrməleɪd/
mar · ma · lade
Plural:marmalades
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• noun

1

A sweet, jelly-like preserve made from the juice and peel of citrus fruits, most commonly bitter oranges, boiled with sugar and water.

Example

"She enjoyed a slice of toasted sourdough spread generously with thick orange marmalade for breakfast."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In culinary terminology, marmalade is specifically distinguished from jam and jelly by the inclusion of citrus fruit peel suspended in the preserve.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Late 15th century: from French marmelade, from Portuguese marmelada 'quince jam', from marmelo 'quince', originating via Latin from Ancient Greek melimēlon 'sweet apple'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Marmalade. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/marmalade
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