Dill/dɪl/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Use Dill is often used to flavor dishes such as fish, salads, and soups. He garnished the smoked salmon with a sprig of dill. Pro Tip 2/3Fresh vs Dried Fresh dill is more aromatic and less bitter than dried dill. Can you taste the difference between fresh dill and dried dill in this dish? Pro Tip 3/3Common Pairings Dill pairs well with lemon, garlic, and mustard in recipes. This recipe calls for dill and lemon to season the chicken.