shallot

noun

shal·​lot ˈsha-lət  shə-ˈlät 

plural shallots

1

: a perennial onion (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) that produces small clustered bulbs which resemble those of garlic and are used in cooking

also : its bulb

2

: green onion

Examples of shallot in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, sliced fennel, celery, shallot, artichokes, capers, dill, and oregano. — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 10 Oct. 2026

In a large bowl, toss the blanched vegetables with the shallots and olive oil. — ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026

Stir together cilantro, parsley, shallot, garlic, Fresno pepper, vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026

Add onion or shallots; cook until soft and translucent, about 2 minutes. — Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

modification of French échalote, from Middle French eschalotte, alteration of eschaloigne, from Vulgar Latin *escalonia — more at scallion

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for shallot

• alate
• ballot
• fallot
• mallet
• palate
• palette
• pallet