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cilantro

DEFINITIONS OF: cilantro

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n Old World herb with aromatic leaves and seed resembling parsley

Synonyms:
Chinese parsley, Coriandrum sativum, coriander, coriander plant
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 parsley-like herb used as seasoning or garnish

Synonyms:
Chinese parsley, coriander
Type of:
herb
aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities
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