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

These savory scones taste similar to classic buttermilk biscuits, and the add-ins like bacon, cheddar cheese, and scallions only improve the flavor. —Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026

There’s also a miso ranch and slaw sando with rice vinegar slaw and miso scallion ranch. —Connie Ogle updated February 27, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026

The scallions on the negima skewer add a bright tang to the juicy chicken thighs. —Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Feb. 2026

In second large bowl, toss together green and red cabbage, orange segments, carrot, chicken and scallions. —Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 25 Feb. 2026

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