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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Instructions In a food processor, purée the cilantro, parsley, oil, garlic, celery, jalapeño, and onion.
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Saveur Editors, Saveur, 8 Jan. 2026
The sprinkle of micro cilantro gives it a fresh little kick at the end.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 6 Jan. 2026
Many herbs are commonly grown as annuals from seed, including basil, parsley, dill, and cilantro.
—Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
Basil, cilantro, parsley, dill, and mint are all herbs that take well to indoor growing, but these herbs need about 12 to 16 hours of light per day.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
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Saveur Editors, Saveur, 8 Jan. 2026
The sprinkle of micro cilantro gives it a fresh little kick at the end.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 6 Jan. 2026
Many herbs are commonly grown as annuals from seed, including basil, parsley, dill, and cilantro.
—Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
Basil, cilantro, parsley, dill, and mint are all herbs that take well to indoor growing, but these herbs need about 12 to 16 hours of light per day.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
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 14 Jan. 2026.
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