green onion

noun

1. a young onion with a slender green stalk and a small bulb, used as a table vegetable, usually raw, especially in salads; scallion.

Word History and Origins

Origin of green onion¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

Chop onion, celery and green onions, separate white and green parts, and set aside.

From Salon

White marigolds and green onions are planted to help deter the skunks, raccoons and squirrels that like to pull out her dahlias.

From Los Angeles Times

"I bought abnormal carrots and green onions and even considered some oddly shaped bell peppers in my purchase decisions."

From Salon

Toppings can include bean sprouts, barbecued pork, boiled or raw eggs, seaweed, fermented bamboo shoots called “menma,” chopped green onions, cooked cabbage, snow peas or corn.

From Seattle Times

Add your favorite toppings, such as chopped green onions, canned or packaged “menma” bamboo shoots and a sliced boiled egg.

From Seattle Times