chive

noun

\ ˈchīv

Definition of chive

: a perennial plant (Allium schoenoprasum) related to the onion and having slender leaves used as a seasoning also : its leaves —usually used in plural — compare garlic chive

Examples of chive in a Sentence

Do you want chives on your baked potato?

Recent Examples on the Web

In small bowl, stir together crème fraîche, and chives; set aside. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Spring Herb Frittata," 2 May 2019 Combine mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, fresh chives, Dijon mustard, and kosher salt and black pepper in a bowl. — Kate Merker And Taylor Murray, Country Living, "Classic Lobster Rolls," 22 May 2019 Remove from heat, and stir in spring vegetables, chives, butter, and parmesan until creamy. — Marley Marius, Vogue, "How to Throw a Spring Party, Four Seasons Restaurant-Style," 5 May 2019 Remove from heat and stir in cream cheese, chives, herbs, salt and pepper. — Christine Clarridge, The Seattle Times, "It’s National Grilled Cheese Day. Enjoy these takes on the old classic.," 12 Apr. 2019 Fold in parsley, mint, chives, lemon zes, and juice and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Spring Crudités with Herbed Cheese Dip," 11 Mar. 2019 Once finished, stir in cheese until melted; garnish with chives. — Krystyna Chávez, Marie Claire, "9 Easy Kentucky Derby Recipe Ideas You Can Whip Up In No Time," 3 May 2019 Cilantro, mint, basil, thyme, rosemary, sage, chives, and parsley are good candidates for beginning herb gardeners. — Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, "How to Plant an Indoor Herb Garden," 12 Mar. 2019 To serve: Ladle soup into bowls. Drizzle each serving with some of remaining olive oil and garnish with sautéed corn kernels and chives. — Claire Perez, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Make corn soup at season's peak," 13 Apr. 2018

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