The herb cilantro.
Coriander
Example Sentences
"Add some fresh coriander on top."
"Coriander gives it flavour."
Etymology & History
British term for cilantro herb and coriander seeds, from Latin 'coriandrum'. British uses one word for both forms, Americans distinguish cilantro (Spanish, leaves) from coriander (seeds). Linguistic split reflects different culinary influences.
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General British
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Era
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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