A herb is a plant that is used for its flavour, aroma, or medicinal properties. Herbs are typically used in cooking, but they can also be used to make teas, tinctures, and other herbal remedies.
The chef used fresh herbs to season the dish.
Noun: herb.
Adjective: herbal.
Adverb: herbally.
Verb: herbalize.
The word "herb" comes from the Latin word "herba", which means "grass" or "green plant". It was first used in English in the 14th century to refer to any plant that is not a tree.
What are herbs used for?
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