Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
herb
noun
/hɜːrb/
Definition
A plant used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume.
Examples
- She added fresh herbs to the soup for extra flavor.
- Many cultures use herbs in traditional medicine.
- The garden is filled with fragrant herbs like basil and rosemary.
Meaning
Herbs are plants that typically have a soft stem and are valued for their culinary, aromatic, or medicinal properties.
Synonyms
- plant
- spice
- botanical
- vegetable