Definitions for: Coriander


[n] parsley-like herb used as seasoning or garnish
[n] dried coriander seeds used whole or ground
[n] Old World herb with aromatic leaves and seed resembling parsley



Webster (1913) Definition: Co`ri*an"der (k?`r?-?n"d?r), n. [L. coriandrum, fr.
Gr. ????, ????, perh. fr. ??? bug, on account of the buglike
or fetid smell of its leaves: cf. F. coriandre.] (Bot.)
An umbelliferous plant, the Coriandrum sativum, the fruit
or seeds of which have a strong smell and a spicy taste, and
in medicine are considered as stomachic and carminative.

Synonyms: Chinese parsley, Chinese parsley, cilantro, cilantro, coriander plant, coriander seed, Coriandrum sativum

See Also: coriander, coriander, coriander plant, coriander seed, Coriandrum, Coriandrum sativum, flavorer, flavoring, flavourer, flavouring, genus Coriandrum, herb, herb, herbaceous plant, seasoner, seasoning

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