coriander
/ˌkɒrɪˈandə
/noun [mass noun]
An aromatic Mediterranean plant of the parsley family, the leaves and seeds of which are used as culinary herbs.
- Coriandrum sativum, family Umbelliferae.
- Tear basil, mint, coriander, parsley and cos and place in a large salad or mixing bowl.
- Pour in a little more oil if necessary, then stir in the onions, cumin, coriander seeds and allspice.
Origin
Middle English: from Old French coriandre, from Latin coriandrum, from Greek koriannon.