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herbs

Pronunciation: [hɜrbz]

Word

Context: "cooking"

(noun) the leaves, stems, or flowers of plants that are used to add flavor to food or for medicinal purposes. When you want to make your meals taste better or help you feel better, you might use herbs.

Example

I love adding fresh basil and parsley as herbs in my pasta dishes.

Example

Without any herbs, the soup tasted very plain and boring.

Example

What herbs do you like to use in your cooking?

Context: "medicine"

(noun) plants that can be used to help with health problems or to heal. Some people use herbs to feel better when they are sick, like peppermint for stomach aches.

Example

Chamomile is a calming herb that can help you sleep.

Example

Not using any herbs can sometimes make it harder to find natural remedies for common issues.

Example

Which herbs are helpful for treating a cold?

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