The Clue
A wise herb? (4 letter answer)
The Answer
SAGE
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Notes
The answer SAGE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
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Definition
SAGE as a noun:
1. a mentor in spiritual and philosophical topics who is renowned for profound wisdom
2. aromatic fresh or dried grey-green leaves used widely as seasoning for meats and fowl and game etc
3. (sage, salvia) = any of various plants of the genus Salvia; a cosmopolitan herb
SAGE as an adjective:
1. having wisdom that comes with age and experience
2. (sage, sage-green) = of the grey-green color of sage leaves