Sage ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Sage ( noun )

1. A plant of the mint family, with grey-green aromatic leaves that are used as a culinary herb, especially in Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine.
2. A wise and respected elder or teacher.
3. A person of great wisdom and judgement.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french, from latin salvia "sage", from salvus "safe", from salus "health".

Examples:

1. The recipe calls for a teaspoon of chopped sage.
2. The sage counseled patience and understanding.
3. The sage was revered for his wise advice.
4. The young girl sought out the sage for guidance.
5. The sage's wisdom was well-known throughout the kingdom.

(As an adjective)

Sage ( adjective )

1. A plant of the mint family, with grey-green aromatic leaves that are used as a culinary herb, especially in Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine.
2. A wise and respected elder or teacher.
3. A person of great wisdom and judgement.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french, from latin salvia "sage", from salvus "safe", from salus "health".

Examples:

1. The recipe calls for a teaspoon of chopped sage.
2. The sage counseled patience and understanding.
3. The sage was revered for his wise advice.
4. The young girl sought out the sage for guidance.
5. The sage's wisdom was well-known throughout the kingdom.