'herb' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'herba,' where 'herba' meant 'grass' or 'green crops.'

'herba' transformed into the Old French word 'erbe,' and eventually became the modern English word 'herb' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'grass' or 'green crops,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a plant used for flavor, scent, or medicinal properties.'