parsley
/ˈpɑː(ɹ)sli/ noun B1- A bright green, biennial herb, Petroselinum crispum, having many cultivars.
- The leaves of this plant used in Middle Eastern, European, and American cooking.
- Any herb resembling parsley, such as cilantro (Chinese parsley) or chervil (French parsley).
Plural parsleys
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You will remember, Watson, how the dreadful business of the Abernetty family was first brought to my notice by the depth which the parsley had sunk into the butter upon a hot day.
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