coriander

noun

co·​ri·​an·​der ˈkȯr-ē-ˌan-dər 

ˌkȯr-ē-ˈan-

1

: an Old World annual herb (Coriandrum sativum) of the carrot family with aromatic fruits

2

: the ripened dried fruit of coriander used as a flavoring

called also coriander seed

Examples of coriander in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The fragrance is an exotic blend of cardamom, coriander, saffron, and cedar over a base of leather and amber, evoking the atmosphere of an old-world marketplace. —Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024

Fresh coriander, chilies, and lime juice add vibrancy, evoking the key elements of Vietnamese cuisine. —Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024

Tasting India’s version blends classic pumpkin pie spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove with earthier, smoky spices like carom seeds, black cardamom, coriander, black pepper and more. —Martin Sorge, Chicago Tribune, 9 Oct. 2024

The ginger brings a bright, zesty quality, while the coriander adds a subtle herbal warmth. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 13 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English coriandre, from Anglo-French, from Latin coriandrum, from Greek koriandron, koriannon

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

coriander

noun

co·​ri·​an·​der ˈkȯr-ē-ˌan-dər 

: the ripened dried tiny fruit of an herb related to the carrot that is used as a flavoring

also : the herb that produces coriander

Medical Definition

coriander

noun

co·​ri·​an·​der ˈkōr-ē-ˌan-dər, ˌkōr-ē-ˈ, ˈkȯr-, ˌkȯr- 

1

: an Old World herb (Coriandrum sativum) of the carrot family (Umbelliferae) with aromatic fruits

2

: the ripened dried fruit of coriander used as a flavoring

called also coriander seed