herb tea
Definition
- Noun:
- A tea-like drink made by steeping the leaves of various herbs in hot water. This beverage is typically caffeine-free and is consumed for its flavor, aroma, or potential soothing properties. It is not made from the tea plant (Camellia sinensis).
Usage and Examples
- Noun:
- After dinner, she prefers a cup of mint herb tea.
- Chamomile herb tea is known for its calming effects.
- The menu offered a selection of herb teas, including lemon balm and ginger.
Advanced Usage
- "to brew a cup of herb tea": to prepare the drink by pouring hot water over the herbs and letting it steep.
- She brewed a strong cup of herb tea to help with her sore throat.
Variants and Related Words
- Herbal tea (n): A common synonym for herb tea.
- Peppermint is a popular type of herbal tea.
- Tisane (n): A formal or technical term for an herbal infusion, synonymous with herb tea.
- The apothecary recommended a tisane of fennel seeds.
Synonyms
- Herbal infusion: A drink made by soaking herbs in water.
- Tisane: A synonym, often used in more formal or culinary contexts.
Related Phrases
- Cup of herbal tea: A common phrase referring to a single serving.
- Would you like a cup of herbal tea?
Noun
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tea-like drink made of leaves of various herbs
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