Parsley

/ˈpɑːrsli/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A garden herb (Petroselinum crispum) with curly or flat leaves that is often used as a garnish or flavoring in cooking.

The chef sprinkled fresh parsley over the dish for added flavor and color.

The leaves of the parsley plant used for culinary purposes.

I chopped up some parsley to mix into the salad.

A plant of the family Apiaceae, widely cultivated for its culinary uses.

Parsley is often used in Mediterranean cuisine for its aromatic properties.

From Middle English 'persely', from Old French 'persil', from Latin 'petroselinum'.

parsley as a garnish

Used to decorate a dish, adding color and a hint of flavor.

curly parsley

Refers to the type of parsley with tightly curled leaves, often used as garnish.

cilantro

A herb often confused with parsley, with a distinct flavor.

basil

A fragrant herb often used in cooking, different from parsley.

To be in the background or unnoticed, similar to how parsley often garnishes but isn't the main attraction.

He was just parsley in the group, no one really noticed him.