Chervil Definition & Meaning

chervil
noun
  1. aromatic annual Old World herb cultivated for its finely divided and often curly leaves for use especially in soups and salads
  2. fresh ferny parsley-like leaves used as a garnish with chicken and veal and omelets and green salads and spinach

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