: a young onion pulled before the bulb has enlarged and used especially in salads
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For green onion, English uses a foreign word, borrowed from French, eight letters long—a name for an occasional indulgence, a garnish or flourish.—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026 Ballpark Mac is a twist on classic stadium fare with hot dogs, green onions and shredded cheddar cheese.—Lori Punko, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026 Broccolini, peas, and green onions give it a bright spring feel.—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 1 Apr. 2026 This Afghan braise stars not just spinach as the green blast, but also a wallop of green onions and cilantro.—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 26 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for green onion