ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Coriander

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌkɒ.ɹiˈæn.də/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Coriander is a noun meaning (UK, Ireland) The annual herb Coriandrum sativum, used in many cuisines.

Meaning

(UK, Ireland) The annual herb Coriandrum sativum, used in many cuisines.

More Meanings

  1. (US) The dried fruits thereof, used as a spice.

Example Sentences

The life of one plant would be affected by another. Rue was definitely hostile to basil, rosemary to hyssop, but coriander, dill and chervil lived on the friendliest of terms[.]
Tobacco and the plant valerian are also considered to be anaphrodisiac in their effects, diminishing sexual inclination. Also vinegar, dried coriander, potassium bromide, cocaine, vervain, acid drinks, lemonade.

Word Forms

Synonyms for coriander

Depending on context, synonyms include dhania, cilantro.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include cilantro, parsley, culantro, cumin, carom, cardamom.

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