Herbal

/ˈhɜːr.bəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Relating to or made from herbs, especially those used in cooking or medicine.
She prefers herbal remedies over traditional pharmaceuticals for minor ailments.
Of or relating to plants or plant life.
The herbal garden was filled with a variety of aromatic plants.
Involving the use of herbs for flavoring or medicinal purposes.
The restaurant offers a wide range of herbal teas and infusions.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'herba', meaning 'plant' or 'grass'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

herbal tea:
Tea made from the infusion of herbs.
herbal medicine:
Practices that involve using plant-based substances for health benefits.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Referring to marijuana or cannabis, often in the context of recreational use.
They were just hanging out, enjoying some herbal.
Used to describe a laid-back lifestyle associated with herbal use.
He's really into that herbal vibe.