Meaning & use
Herbs
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Plants whose leaves, seeds, or flowers are used for flavoring food, medicine, or perfume.
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She grew fresh herbs like basil and thyme on her windowsill.
The recipe called for a blend of dried herbs and spices.
A note on using this word
Distinguished from spices, which typically come from the bark, roots, or seeds of a plant rather than its leaves.
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seasonings
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