herb | (noun) aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities | - |
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(noun) a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests | Synonyms: herbaceous plant |
herbaceous | (adjective) characteristic of a nonwoody herb or plant part | - |
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herbage | (noun) succulent herbaceous vegetation of pastureland | Synonyms: pasturage |
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herbal | (adjective) of or relating to herbs | - |
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(noun) tea-like drink made of leaves of various herbs | Synonyms: herb tea, herbal tea |
herbalist | (noun) a therapist who heals by the use of herbs | Synonyms: herb doctor |
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herbarium | (noun) a collection of dried plants that are mounted and systematically classified for study | - |
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herbicide | (noun) a chemical agent that destroys plants or inhibits their growth | Synonyms: weed killer, weedkiller |
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herbivore | (noun) any animal that feeds chiefly on grass and other plants | - |
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herbivorous | (adjective) feeding only on plants | - |
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