cilantro

noun

ci·​lan·​tro si-ˈlän-(ˌ)trō  -ˈlan- 

: leaves of coriander used as a flavoring or garnish

also : coriander sense 1

Examples of cilantro in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Other offerings blend global flavors — like the birria ramen made with ramen noodles, cilantro and onions in a birria beef broth. — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026

Stir together cilantro, parsley, shallot, garlic, Fresno pepper, vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026

Currently, Greenscale grows a variety of leafy greens, including kale, spinach, arugula, basil and cilantro. — Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 24 Sep. 2026

Smoked turkey is piled on bolillo bread, then loaded with avocado, shredded lettuce, tomato, onion, pickled jalapenos, ranch and lots of cilantro. — Justin Brown, AJC.com, 20 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Spanish, coriander, from Medieval Latin celiandrum, alteration of Latin coriandrum — more at coriander

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above