cilantro
noun
ci·lan·tro
si-ˈlän-(ˌ)trō 
-ˈlan-
-ˈlan-
: leaves of coriander used as a flavoring or garnish
also
: coriander sense 1
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The soup is still garnished with avocado, cilantro, shredded cheese, and chips, but McBride definitely put her own spin on the classic.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
For even more flavor, sprinkle with herbs, like parsley or cilantro, and your favorite spice.
—Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2025
Their cilantro conditioner delivers the same effect (in both respects), and is also 35% off for the sales event.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
The cilantro is key because its chlorophyllic sharpness slaps the stupor out of the starchy beans.
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Oct. 2025
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
For even more flavor, sprinkle with herbs, like parsley or cilantro, and your favorite spice.
—Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2025
Their cilantro conditioner delivers the same effect (in both respects), and is also 35% off for the sales event.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
The cilantro is key because its chlorophyllic sharpness slaps the stupor out of the starchy beans.
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cilantro
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“Cilantro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cilantro. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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