Cilantro (Noun)
Meaning 1
Parsley-like herb used as seasoning or garnish.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Old World herb with aromatic leaves and seed resembling parsley.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Mexican dish was garnished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for added flavor and color.
- Cilantro is a fast-growing herb that does well in cooler temperatures and well-drained soil.
- The recipe called for a handful of chopped cilantro to be added to the salsa for freshness.
- In some parts of the world, cilantro is also known as coriander, although the terms are not always interchangeable.
- The aroma of cilantro wafted through the air as the chef chopped the leaves to add to the Indian curry.