parsley

noun

pars·ley | \ ˈpär-slē

Definition of parsley

: a European biennial herb (Petroselinum crispum) of the carrot family widely grown for its finely dissected curly or flat leaves which are used as an herb or garnish also : the leaves

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Recent Examples on the Web Stir in parsley and divide into 4 shallow serving bowls. — Joanne Kempinger Demski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2022 Off heat, add the Parmesan, parsley and remaining 1 tablespoon butter, then stir until the butter melts. — Christopher Kimball, USA TODAY, 19 Apr. 2022 Though the fillets are separated by a neat line of ajillo, a zingy condiment of parsley and garlic, each bite brings them together in perfect harmony. — Hannah Goldfield, The New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2022 Kisir is a salad made from fine bulgur wheat, tomatoes, garlic, parsley and mint. — Lisa Morrow, CNN, 25 Mar. 2022 In a small bowl of food processor or mini-processor, combine the parsley, shallot, mustard, lemon juice and 1/8 teaspoon each, salt and pepper, and pulse until finely chopped. — Washington Post, 13 Jan. 2022 In a food processor, combine the parsley, olive oil, garlic, lemon rind and juice, capers, mustard, anchovy, red pepper, and a generous pinch each of salt and black pepper. — BostonGlobe.com, 19 Oct. 2021 The parsley contributes color and green-vegetable nutrition, too, and the herb’s fresh grassy flavor peeks through enough to make the chowder feel delightfully springlike. — Washington Post, 10 Mar. 2022 Stir in the parsley, cumin and Aleppo pepper to finish and then set aside. — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 8 Feb. 2022 See More

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More Definitions for parsley

parsley

noun

pars·ley | \ ˈpär-slē

plural parsleys

Kids Definition of parsley

: a garden plant that has small leaves used to season or decorate various foods

parsley

noun

pars·ley | \ ˈpär-slē

Medical Definition of parsley

: a southern European annual or biennial herb (Petroselinum crispum) of the carrot family having leaves which are used as a culinary herb or garnish and a root and seeds which have been used medicinally