green onion
Americannoun
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
In a double boiler, melt butter along with finely chopped white parts of green onion and shallot, if using.
From Salon • Nov. 30, 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
Turns out that green onion, mint and oregano add something special to a hamburger, in small amounts, while additional black pepper does its smart part.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 14, 2023
She hated fish with bones, and there was no way she was eating jalapeño and green onion hushpuppies.
From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson
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