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herbalism

British  
/ ˈhɜːbəlɪzəm /

noun

  1. the study or use of the medicinal properties of plants

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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“Previously, I had studied naturopathy with the intention of going to a naturopathic school — herbalism, Reiki and light touch therapy.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

For much of my life, I wasted time and hope on both medical and homeopathic treatment methods ranging from NuvaRing and oral birth control to cycle syncing and herbalism.

From Slate • Jun. 14, 2025

This is why Dimas started conducting classes in herbalism for birthworkers.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 10, 2021

“Irregulars” — practitioners of alternative practices such as homeopathy and herbalism — gained in popularity, and most states abolished their medical licensing requirements.

From Washington Post • Dec. 18, 2020

She kept a bookshelf in the basement, stocked with books on herbalism, along with a few old paperbacks.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover

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