coriander

[kawr-ee-an-der]

noun

1. Also called cilantro. Also called Chinese parsley. an herb, Coriandrum sativum, of the parsley family, native to Europe, having strong-scented leaves used in cooking and aromatic seeds used as a seasoning and in medicine.

2. the seeds of this plant.

coriander

/ ˌkɒrɪˈændə /

noun

1. US and Canadian name: cilantro. a European umbelliferous plant, Coriandrum sativum, widely cultivated for its aromatic seeds and leaves, used in flavouring food, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of coriander¹

1350–1400; Middle English coriandre < Latin coriandrum < Greek koríandron, variant of koríannon

Word History and Origins

Origin of coriander¹

C14: from Old French coriandre, from Latin coriandrum, from Greek koriannon , of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

Anise, coriander and other flavorings lent a subtle complexity to the “special soy sauce” set out on the tables.

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Some potted coriander plants and a hummus product have been recalled in Northern Ireland due to the possible presence of listeria.

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For another savory option, try adding roasted garlic and spices — like ground coriander or ground cardamom — alongside your butter base, salt, herbs and citrus.

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Tenderloin and mushrooms with coriander and peppercorn crust.

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I also have a deep love for fresh herbs in my salads — coriander, dill, chives, parsley, oregano, thyme, rosemary and many others.

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