scallion
/'skæljən/
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
- Noun:
- A young onion before the bulb has enlarged; a green onion: A type of onion harvested early, characterized by a long, slender white stalk (which may have a small, undeveloped bulb) and long, hollow, dark green leaves. Both the white and green parts are edible and are commonly used raw in salads or as a garnish.
- A plant resembling such an onion: Specifically, the plant Allium fistulosum (Welsh onion), which does not form a significant bulb and is cultivated for its edible green leaves and white stalk.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The recipe calls for one finely chopped scallion.
- Garnish the soup with fresh scallions.
- She prefers the mild flavor of scallions in her salad over regular onions.
Advanced Usage
- "Spring onion": In many regions, "scallion" is synonymous with "spring onion" or "green onion," though botanical distinctions can sometimes exist.
- In British English, 'spring onion' is the more common term for what Americans call a 'scallion'.
Variants and Related Words
- Green onion (n): A common synonym for scallion.
- Spring onion (n): Another common synonym, frequently used outside North America.
- Allium fistulosum (n): The botanical name for the Welsh onion, a perennial plant often harvested as a scallion.
Synonyms
- Green onion: Emphasizes the edible green tops.
- Spring onion: Emphasizes the early harvest season.
- Welsh onion: Refers to the specific perennial variety.
Related Phrases / Collocations
- Chopped scallions: A common preparation method.
- Scallion garnish: A typical use in culinary presentation.
- Scallion pancakes: A dish where scallions are a key ingredient.
Noun
- a young onion before the bulb has enlarged; eaten in salads
- plant having a large slender white bulb and flat overlapping dark green leaves; used in cooking; believed derived from the wild Allium ampeloprasum