Horehound (noun)

1. A perennial herb of the mint family, with downy leaves and small white flowers.
2. The dried leaves of this plant, used as a flavoring for candy, liqueurs and cough syrups.

Origin:

This word is derived from old english "har hune" which means "grey hound" or "rough hound", it is believed to be so called because of the rough hairy leaves of the plant.

Examples:

1. Horehound is a common ingredient in traditional cough syrups.
2. The horehound plant is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow.
3. Horehound is a bitter herb that is often used to make herbal teas and syrups.
4. The horehound candy is a traditional treat that is still enjoyed today.
5. The horehound liqueur is a popular drink in some regions.