parsley

/ˈpɑrsli/

/ˈpɑsli/

Other forms: parsleys

Definitions of parsley

1. noun

   annual or perennial herb with aromatic leaves
   synonyms: Petroselinum crispum

   types:

   Italian parsley, Petroselinum crispum neapolitanum, flat-leaf parsley

   a variety of parsley having flat leaves

   Hamburg parsley, Petroselinum crispum tuberosum, turnip-rooted parsley

   parsley with smooth leaves and enlarged edible taproot resembling a savory parsnip

   type of:

   herb, herbaceous plant

   a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests
2. noun

   aromatic herb with flat or crinkly leaves that are cut finely and used to garnish food
   type of:

   herb

   aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities