sage meaning and definition

SAGE noun

Definition of sage (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. any of various plants of the genus Salvia; a cosmopolitan herb
   • synonyms: salvia

SAGE adjective

Definition of sage (adjective)

1. having wisdom that comes with age and experience
2. of the grey-green color of sage leaves
   • synonyms: sage-green