herb

Meanings

• noun

  A plant or plant part used for its scent, taste, or medicinal properties.

  - "Rosemary and thyme are common herbs used in cooking."
  - "Chamomile tea is known for its calming properties."

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Pronunciation

1. /hɜːb/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

grass , weed

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with herb
curve , erve , gerve , erve , serve , surve , nerve

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Variants

List of all variants of herb that leads to same result
herb , herbier , herbiest , herblike , herbs , herby , herb doctor , herb doctors , herb Robert , herb Roberts , herbs Robert , willow herb , willow herbs , fireweed , fireweeds

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English herbe, from hreowan 'to grow', from Proto-Germanic *herbōn.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The herb basil is native to Asia, but is now commonly grown in Europe and the Americas.

2. The herb sage is a member of the mint family.

3. The herb oregano is often used in Italian and Mexican cuisine.

4. The herb echinacea is commonly used as a natural remedy to boost the immune system.

5. The herb ginger is native to Asia and has been used for medicinal purposes for over 4,000 years.

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Related Concepts

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1. Spices: Herbs and spices are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct differences. Herbs are the leaves, stems, and flowers of a plant, while spices come from other parts of the plant, such as seeds, roots, and bark.

2. Medicinal Herbs: Herbs have been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. Some common medicinal herbs include ginger, turmeric, echinacea, and garlic.

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Culture

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Herbs have been used for various purposes since ancient times. They have been used for food seasoning, medicinal purposes, religious and spiritual practices, and as natural remedies. Herbs have been featured in literature, art, and music throughout history.

How to Memorize "herb"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the shape and color of the herb.
   - Imagine the herb growing in a garden.
   - Visualize the herb being used in cooking or medicinal preparations.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the herb with a specific color or smell.
   - Associate the herb with a particular dish or recipe.
   - Associate the herb with a specific medicinal use.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym HERB to remember the common herbs: H for basil, E for rosemary, R for thyme, and B for bay leaf.
   - Create a mental image of the herb's name to help remember it.
   - Use rhyming words or songs to help remember the herb's name and uses.

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