herbalist

[ hur-buh-list, ur- ]

noun

1. a person who collects or deals in herbs, especially medicinal herbs.
2. herb doctor.
3. an author of an herbal.
4. (formerly) a botanist.

herbalist

/ ˈhɜːbəlɪst /

noun

1. a person who grows, collects, sells, or specializes in the use of herbs, esp medicinal herbs
2. (formerly) a descriptive botanist

Word History and Origins

Origin of herbalist¹

First recorded in 1585–95; herbal + -ist

Example Sentences

Leal’s contribution to the menu is a strawberry twist on the French 75 inspired by Marie Laveau, a voodoo herbalist and healer from New Orleans.

From Salon

As legalization has grown, however, the latter-day cannabis industry has carried this kitchen wisdom forward from traditional herbalists, with some company's advertisements touting d-limonene inclusions as a less nerve-rattling option.

From Salon

As ancient healers did, modern herbalists still turn to plants to cleanse, heal, and soothe the skin.

From National Geographic

As an herbalist, I believe it is important to consider all herbology traditions in forming your own beliefs and practices.

From Salon

While some herbalists and other practitioners tout the therapeutic powers of various mushrooms, other mycologists are skeptical, even concerned, about these widespread claims.

From National Geographic