herbalist
Americannoun
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a person who collects or deals in herbs, especially medicinal herbs.
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an author of an herbal.
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(formerly) a botanist.
noun
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a person who grows, collects, sells, or specializes in the use of herbs, esp medicinal herbs
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(formerly) a descriptive botanist
Etymology
Origin of herbalist
Example Sentences
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During one of the weekend’s lectures, Australian medical herbalist Lee Carroll explains how mushrooms have been used to boost immunity and extend health span for millennia.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026
Helm’s narration alternates with chapters from perspectives including an astrologer, an astronomer, a Crusader, an herbalist and a climatologist, each adding to the strength of the immortal force.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2025
Savina Bertollini, an herbalist in Marche, Italy, said she has worked with health care providers to treat people who were infected with a parasite while traveling.
From Salon • May 18, 2025
Mr Godfrey claims to be a traditional healer and herbalist.
From BBC • Aug. 28, 2024
Some herbalist on my mother’s side of the family started it ages ago.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
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