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Definition of Marmite™ noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Marmite™

noun
 
/ˈmɑːmaɪt/
 
/ˈmɑːrmaɪt/
[uncountable]
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  1. (in the UK) a dark substance with a strong taste made from yeast and spread on bread, etc. synonym yeast extract
    • Marmite sandwiches
    compare Vegemite™ Because it is thought that people either love or hate Marmite, it is used to refer to things that create strong reactions a marmite issue • They're a marmite band.
    CultureMarmite was first produced in 1902. Marmite is thought of as a traditional British food, especially in sandwiches or on toast.
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