Definition

Relating to or made from herbs, often used to describe flavors or ingredients in food.

Example

The herby aroma of the dish made everyone hungry.

Conversation

Have you tried that new herby pasta recipe I sent you?

Not yet, but it sounds delicious!

You really should; it has such a fresh herby flavor.

I will, especially since I love cooking with herbs.

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Root Explanation

The word 'herby' originates from the Old English 'herb', which comes from the Latin 'herba', meaning grass or herb. The suffix '-y' indicates a characteristic or quality. Therefore, 'herby' describes something that has the characteristics of herbs or is related to herbs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'herb' as a plant used for flavor or medicine, and remember that 'herby' means something that has the qualities of herbs.

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