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Definition of parsley

parsley

/ˈpɑːrs.li/
pars · ley
Plural:parsleys
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• noun

1

The fresh or dried leaves of the parsley plant, widely used in cooking as a flavoring or decorative garnish.

Example

"She sprinkled freshly chopped parsley over the roasted potatoes just before serving them."

2

A biennial plant (Petroselinum crispum) of the carrot family, native to the central and eastern Mediterranean region, characterized by its bright green, aromatic, and deeply divided leaves.

Example

"The gardener planted a row of parsley next to the basil and thyme in the herb garden."

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• Rhymes for parsley

• Nearby Words

parrotbill
parrotfinch
parrotfish
parsley
parsnip
parson chameleon
parthenogenic

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English persely, via Old French peresil and Latin petroselinum, ultimately from Ancient Greek petrosélinon (rock celery), combining petra (rock) and sélinon (celery).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Parsley. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/parsley
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