horehound (Meaning)
horehound (n)
any of various aromatic herbs of the genus Marrubium
a candy that is flavored with an extract of the horehound plant
horehound (n.)
A plant of the genus Marrubium (M. vulgare), which has a bitter taste, and is a weak tonic, used as a household remedy for colds, coughing, etc.
Synonyms & Antonyms of horehound
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
horehound Sentence Examples
- The herbalist prescribed horehound tea to soothe my sore throat and cough.
- The medicinal properties of horehound have been used for centuries to treat respiratory ailments.
- I added a sprig of horehound to my pot of honey to create a delicious and therapeutic syrup.
- The leaves of the horehound plant have a slightly bitter taste with a hint of mint.
- Horehound candy is a popular sore throat remedy due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
- The horehound's chemical compounds include marrubiin, which is responsible for its expectorant effects.
- Horehound is also known as "white horehound" or "hoary horehound."
- In some cultures, horehound is used to flavor alcoholic beverages and liqueurs.
- The horehound plant is native to the Mediterranean region and has been naturalized in North America.
- Horehound is a hardy perennial that can be easily grown in most gardens.
FAQs About the word horehound
any of various aromatic herbs of the genus Marrubium, a candy that is flavored with an extract of the horehound plantA plant of the genus Marrubium (M. vulgare)
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The herbalist prescribed horehound tea to soothe my sore throat and cough.
The medicinal properties of horehound have been used for centuries to treat respiratory ailments.
I added a sprig of horehound to my pot of honey to create a delicious and therapeutic syrup.
The leaves of the horehound plant have a slightly bitter taste with a hint of mint.
