chervil
noun
- an annual herb (Anthriscus cerefolium) of the umbel family, whose leaves are used for flavoring salads, soups, etc.
- a similar plant (Chaerophyllum bulbosum) grown for its carrotlike root
- sweet cicely (sense )
See chervil in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(chûrˈvəl)
nouna. An annual Eurasian herb (Anthriscus cerefolium) in the parsley family, having aromatic leaves.
b. The leaves of this plant used as a seasoning or garnish.
- Any of several related plants, such as those of the genus Chaerophyllum.
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