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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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The first known use of herb was in the 14th century

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“Herb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/herb. Accessed 4 Dec. 2021.

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