cive
Definition
Noun 1. A perennial herb (Allium schoenoprasum): A small, bulbous plant belonging to the onion family, characterized by thin, hollow, cylindrical leaves. These leaves are used as a culinary herb for seasoning. * Note: The more common name for this plant is chive. "Cive" is an archaic or less common variant.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The recipe calls for a tablespoon of freshly chopped cive.
- She grows cive, parsley, and thyme in her kitchen garden.
Advanced Usage
- The term "cive" is considered an archaic or dialectal form. In modern English, the standard and universally recognized term is "chive".
- It is typically used in historical texts, regional dialects, or specialized botanical contexts.
Variants and Related Words
- Chive (n): The standard modern English word for the same plant ().
- Chives (n, plural): The common form used to refer to the herb, especially when chopped for culinary use.
- Example: Garnish the soup with chives.
Synonyms
- Chive (the primary synonym)
- Allium schoenoprasum (the botanical Latin name)
Noun
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perennial having hollow cylindrical leaves used for seasoning
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