adj Uncommon

herbal

HUR-buhl

Herbal (adj) means Made from or relating to herbs and plants, rather than manufactured chemicals. Example: “She prefers herbal remedies over over-the-counter painkillers.”

adj

Made from or relating to herbs and plants, rather than manufactured chemicals.

"She prefers herbal remedies over over-the-counter painkillers."

"The shop sells a wide range of herbal teas."

How to use herbal

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRelating to or made from plants, especially in the context of remedies, teas, or supplements.

Common pairings

herbal tea herbal remedy herbal supplement

Word forms

herbals plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Old French herbal. By surface analysis, herb + -al

Origin: Old French

Rhymes for herbal

verbal

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Frequently asked questions

What does “herbal” mean?

The word “herbal” means made from or relating to herbs and plants, rather than manufactured chemicals. In plain terms, relating to or made from plants, especially in the context of remedies, teas, or supplements.

How do you pronounce “herbal”?

“Herbal” is pronounced HUR-buhl (/ˈɝbəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “herbal” in a sentence?

Here is “herbal” used in a sentence: “She prefers herbal remedies over over-the-counter painkillers.”

What part of speech is “herbal”?

“Herbal” is an adjective.

Is “herbal” a common word?

“Herbal” is an uncommon word in modern English.