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

The green is equally luscious in texture, made with chicken thigh and skin, but intensely herbaceous, brightened with parsley, cilantro, poblano and jalapeño. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026

It’s made with tomatoes, onions, green chile peppers, and cilantro; and our tasters called out the prominence of the tomato flavor. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2026

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

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