herb

Definition of herbnext
as in spice
a plant or a part of a plant that is used as medicine or to give flavor to food a dish seasoned with chopped fresh herbs rosemary, sage, and other herbs

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Recent Examples of herb The Green Griller likely has an herb garden blooming in his yard and entertains in a rugged yet stylish manner with a variety of equipment that imparts a clean, outdoorsy flavor without leaving behind ash. Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026 Classes planned for July include preserving and pickling foods by water bath canning, using and storing herbs, beekeeping and cold brew iced teas with Southeast Asian flavors from Mahal Tea Company. Annie Alleman, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026 Container gardens offer flexibility and are especially useful for flowers, herbs and compact vegetables. Yolanda Harris, AJC.com, 28 May 2026 Many herbs should be pinched back to produce new branches and to keep fresh, tender leaves appearing throughout the summer. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for herb
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spice
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  • While the through note on these stellar wines was red- and black-berry flavors with opulent tannins and touches of spice, earth, and dark chocolate, each wine was distinct and reflective of its season.
    Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 31 May 2026
  • Expect rose, lychee, candied orange peel, and a quiet Mizunara spice on the finish.
    Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026

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“Herb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/herb. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.

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