Definition

1. Noun:
   • A young onion before the bulb has enlarged; eaten in salads: A "green onion" is a type of onion harvested early, while its top is still green and its white bulb is slender and undeveloped. It is valued for its mild flavor and is commonly used raw or lightly cooked.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The recipe calls for one finely chopped green onion.
  • She garnished the soup with a sprinkle of fresh green onion.
  • Green onions are a staple in many Asian cuisines.

Advanced Usage

• "bunch of green onions": A common way to purchase them at a market.
  • I need to buy a bunch of green onions for the potato salad.

Variants and Related Words

• Scallion (n): A common synonym for "green onion," though regional usage may vary.
  • In some regions, people say 'scallion' instead of 'green onion'.
• Spring onion (n): Another term often used interchangeably, particularly in British English.
  • The salad was topped with thinly sliced spring onions.

Synonyms

• Scallion: A young onion with a small bulb and long green leaves.
• Spring onion: An onion pulled young, with a small white bulb and long green shoots.

Related Phrases

• Green onion tops: Refers specifically to the long, hollow green leaves.
  • Use both the white and green parts, but save the green onion tops for garnish.
• Chopped green onion: A common preparation method.
  • Add the chopped green onion just before serving.

Noun

1. a young onion before the bulb has enlarged; eaten in salads