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herby

[ ur-bee, hur-bee ]

adjective

, herb·i·er, herb·i·est.
  1. abounding in herbs or grass.
  2. of, relating to, or characteristic of an herb or herbs in taste or appearance.


herby

/ ˈhɜːbɪ /

adjective

  1. abounding in herbs
  2. of or relating to medicinal or culinary herbs
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of herby1

First recorded in 1545–55; herb + -y 1
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Example Sentences

The chicken was always perfect, slathered in an herby coating of oregano and garlic and more salt than most home cooks are brave enough to use.

From Eater

We love the chicken on a pallet of herby, slightly sweet cornbread dressing, which imbibes all the seeping juices.

"That's a good boy, Herby—a very good boy," said Mr. Felsburg, seemingly much gratified.

And then, Herby, when he does come in, you should tell him he should step over to the Oak Hall and see me in my office.

But you must acknowledge that he's a mild herby sort of man; he's like lettuce—before it's dressed.

And Herby walks in to the best drawing school in London & is very diligent and happy at his work.

Herby was at a Conversation last night where were many distinguished men & beautiful women.

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