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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Cut from the trompo, the marinated pork shoulder is sliced onto a corn tortilla, then topped with onions, cilantro and roasted pineapple.
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Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The velvety dressing is made with earthy za'atar, rich cashew butter, cilantro, and a touch of maple syrup.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Herb Stems The stems of tender fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, basil, mint, and dill taste just as incredible—and sometimes even more powerfully herbaceous—than the leaves.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
Marigolds and cilantro will naturally repel many of the same insects, though cilantro needs moisture more than marigolds.
—Heather Bien, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
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Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The velvety dressing is made with earthy za'atar, rich cashew butter, cilantro, and a touch of maple syrup.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Herb Stems The stems of tender fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, basil, mint, and dill taste just as incredible—and sometimes even more powerfully herbaceous—than the leaves.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
Marigolds and cilantro will naturally repel many of the same insects, though cilantro needs moisture more than marigolds.
—Heather Bien, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 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 29 Apr. 2026.
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