scallion

noun

scal·​lion ˈskal-yən 

1

: shallot

2

: leek

3

: an onion forming a thick basal portion without a bulb

also : green onion

Examples of scallion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Stacked with two eggs, chorizo, Havarti cheese, scallions and cilantro, the sandwich made for a hearty and delicious start to the day. —Sofia Distefano, Charlotte Observer, 20 Oct. 2025

This onion is not just for fun since its bulbs and shoots (scallions) can also be consumed like those of another edible onion. —Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 17 Oct. 2025

Garlic and Bread Soup Inspired by Spanish sopa de ajo (garlic soup), this pantry-friendly dish includes scallions in addition to garlic in a broth flavored with sweet and smoked paprikas. —The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Oct. 2025

Because the soft green of a scallion is likely to wilt or turn color if stored with a bag of white onions in a cool, dark place, take care to handle this allium variety differently. —Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English scaloun, from Anglo-French scalun, escaloin, from Vulgar Latin *escalonia, from Latin ascalonia (caepa) onion of Ascalon, from feminine of ascalonius of Ascalon, from Ascalon-, Ascalo Ascalon, seaport in ancient Palestine

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for scallion

• stallion
• battalion
• italian
• medallion

Kids Definition

scallion

noun

scal·​lion ˈskal-yən 

: green onion