herbaceous
[hur-bey-shuh s, ur-]
adjective
of, relating to, or characteristic of an herb; herblike.
(of plants or plant parts)
- not woody.
- having the texture, color, etc., of an ordinary foliage leaf.
Origin of herbaceous
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Related Words for herbaceous
fragrant, seasoned, piquant, appetizing, hot, aromatic, tangy, peppery, tasty, fiery, sweet, savory, fresh, distinctive, zesty, decorative, ambrosial, flavorsome, keen, poignantExamples from the Web for herbaceous
Contemporary Examples of herbaceous
It is not overtly hoppy, and the herbaceous, citrusy notes replace any bitter ones.
They are vinous, herbaceous, and reminiscent of sourdough yeast starter.
We sampled dozens of olive varieties, ranging from light and briny to cured and herbaceous.
Historical Examples of herbaceous
Like the former, it was a herbaceous plant, but of a very different appearance.
The QuadroonMayne Reid
"Chum, you bounder," I shout, as he is about to wade through the herbaceous border.
Happy DaysAlan Alexander Milne
And their herbaceous border, even now, is a blaze of colour.
Christmas Roses and Other StoriesAnne Douglas Sedgwick
He instances Ricinus, which is an herbaceous annual with us, but a tree in other countries31.
Herbals, Their Origin and EvolutionAgnes Arber
A great variety prevails there of herbaceous or frutescent plants.
The Desert WorldArthur Mangin
herbaceous
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