Meaning & Definition of word "Herbal"

Herbal

/ˈhɜːr.bəl/

adjective:

  • 1. Relating to or made from herbs, especially those used in cooking or medicine.
    • Example: She prefers herbal remedies over traditional pharmaceuticals for minor ailments.
  • 2. Of or relating to plants or plant life.
    • Example: The herbal garden was filled with a variety of aromatic plants.
  • 3. Involving the use of herbs for flavoring or medicinal purposes.
    • Example: 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

herb:

A plant used for flavoring or medicinal purposes.

botany:

The scientific study of plants.

Slang Meanings of herbal

Meaning: Referring to marijuana or cannabis, often in the context of recreational use.

Example Sentence: They were just hanging out, enjoying some herbal.

Meaning: Used to describe a laid-back lifestyle associated with herbal use.

Example Sentence: He's really into that herbal vibe.