green onion
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of green onion
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, chopped green onion, and dill pickle.
From Salon • Mar. 27, 2025
This recipe from Italy Magazine specifically calls for leek, green onion, kale, brussel sprouts and portobello mushrooms.
From Salon • Feb. 23, 2024
Toss the cucumbers in the dressing and let sit for 30 minutes and garnish with chopped green onion and red pickled chili pepper rings.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 23, 2023
Meanwhile, in another bowl, mix the green onion, lime juice, sugar, and a few pinches of salt and pepper to quickly pickle.
From Salon • Jun. 18, 2023
Pattie makes soup that is cloudy white with curly pieces of green onion floating on top.
From "Counting by 7s" by Holly Goldberg Sloan
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