coriander
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for coriander, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An herb whose fresh leaves are used to add flavour in many cuisines (also called cilantro).
Synonyms
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How to use coriander
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French "coriandre," from Latin "coriandrum," borrowed from Greek "koriandron" — its ultimate origin is unclear.
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What does “coriander” mean?
The word “coriander” means an herb whose fresh leaves are used to add flavour in many cuisines (also called cilantro). In plain terms, a herb (leaves) or spice (seeds) from the same plant, widely used in cooking.
How do you pronounce “coriander”?
“Coriander” is pronounced ko-ree-AN-duh (/ˈkɔ.ɹiˌæn.dɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “coriander” in a sentence?
Here is “coriander” used in a sentence: “Sprinkle fresh coriander over the curry before serving.”
What is another word for “coriander”?
Words with a similar meaning to “coriander” include dhania.
What part of speech is “coriander”?
“Coriander” is a noun.
Where does the word “coriander” come from?
The word “coriander” comes from Latin. From Old French "coriandre," from Latin "coriandrum," borrowed from Greek "koriandron" — its ultimate origin is unclear.
How many meanings does “coriander” have?
“Coriander” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an herb whose fresh leaves are used to add flavour in many cuisines (also called cilantro).