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Definition of herbalism

herbalism

/ˈɜːr.bə.lɪ.zəm/
her · bal · ism
Adverb:herbally
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Adjective:herbal
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• noun

1

The study or practice of the medicinal and therapeutic use of plants, especially as a form of alternative medicine.

Example

"She studied traditional herbalism to learn how different plant extracts can soothe minor ailments."

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• Rhymes for herbalism

• Nearby Words

herb
herbage
herbal
herbalism
herbalist
herbally
herbed

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century from 'herbal' plus the suffix '-ism'. The root 'herb' derives from Old French 'erbe' and ultimately from Latin 'herba', meaning grass or green crops.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Herbalism. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/herbalism
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