green onion
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of green onion
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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The first night, I topped bowls with avocado and sour cream; the second, I spooned leftovers over white rice with shredded cabbage and green onion left over from another dinner earlier in the week.
From Salon • May 19, 2026
“We are continuing to work with our green onion supplier to determine the root cause.”
From Salon • Sep. 24, 2025
This recipe from Italy Magazine specifically calls for leek, green onion, kale, brussel sprouts and portobello mushrooms.
From Salon • Feb. 23, 2024
The chicken tortilla had a rich, spiced broth and came with a small container filled with tortilla chips, avocado, diced tomato, shredded cheese and green onion for topping.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 7, 2023
She dressed the dish with some green onion and herbs and then slapped the man's back.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
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