herb
noun
a flowering plant whose stem above ground does not become woody.
herbs
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pluralof herb.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Change the herbs accordingly: chives and parsley are excellent with giardiniera, while Mexican-style pickled carrots practically beg for cilantro and oregano.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
Add one tablespoon of herbs to about 8 to 12 ounces of hot water.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
Here’s how to make your fresh herbs shine in any dish.
From Slate ● Aug. 6, 2026
Cyclospora is a parasite that contaminates leafy greens, berries and herbs.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
Most folks couldn’t afford to pay them to do their chores, so they also picked wild herbs from the hills.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
