herb

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 Scents of herbs and aromatics -- including lavender, rosemary, thyme, basil and garlic -- can also repel mosquitoes, especially when used in diffusers. Arkansas Online, 8 June 2025 Plus, the fragrance in this body wash is composed of a blend of five natural herbs with antioxidant benefits. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 4 June 2025 Here is what the judges had to say about it: Aromas of delicate agave and hints of herbs provide an inviting nose. Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025 To neutralize unpleasant smells, add a few pots of aromatic herbs, like rosemary and lavender. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for herb
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spice
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  • Wolfgang Puck’s Chinois Chicken Salad This chicken salad with cabbage, radicchio and a nutty dressing from chef Wolfgang Puck is a celebration of texture and boasts a balance of acidity, spice and sweetness.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2025
  • Could any foods or spices interact with my medications?
    Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 3 June 2025

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“Herb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/herb. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.

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