Oregano or basil Crossword Clue

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Oregano or basil Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests
2. aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

OREGANO (noun)
1. aromatic Eurasian perennial
2. pungent leaves used as seasoning with meats and fowl and in stews and soups and omelets
BASIL (noun)
1. leaves of the common basil; used fresh or dried
2. (Roman Catholic Church) the bishop of Caesarea who defended the Roman Catholic Church against the heresies of the 4th century; a saint and Doctor of the Church (329-379)

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