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chervil

DEFINITIONS OF: chervil

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n aromatic annual Old World herb cultivated for its finely divided and often curly leaves for use especially in soups and salads

Synonyms:
Anthriscus cereifolium, beaked parsley
Type of:
herb, herbaceous plant
a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests

n fresh ferny parsley-like leaves used as a garnish with chicken and veal and omelets and green salads and spinach

Type of:
herb
aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities
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