green onion

noun

: a young onion pulled before the bulb has enlarged and used especially in salads

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Starbucks' rendition features Monterey Jack cheese, red bell pepper, spinach, and green onions in their formula, while Kling and Garner go with mozzarella, red bell pepper, and spinach. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2026 Even better, this dish can be made in a slow cooker, then garnished with bacon and green onions. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026 Off the heat stir in green portions of green onions and beef. Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 10 Feb. 2026 Transfer the wings to a serving platter, top with green onions and serve with ranch dressing, if desired. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for green onion

Word History

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of green onion was in 1577

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“Green onion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/green%20onion. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.

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green onion

noun
: a young onion that is pulled from the ground before the bulb has become large

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