: a perennial plant (Allium schoenoprasum) related to the onion and having slender leaves used as a seasoning
Examples of chive in a Sentence
Do you want chives on your baked potato?
Recent Examples on the Web
Combine the sliced asparagus and tips with the beans, sorrel, parsley and chives in a large serving bowl.
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Laura McLively, The Mercury News, 14 May 2024
Sprinkle with pepitas, chives, basil and cheese shavings.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 11 May 2024
The culinary team taps into the chef’s garden to pick peppers, eggplant, peas, onions, squash, chives, rhubarb, and fresh herbs to star in cocktails and in dishes for Earth at Hidden Pond, the resort’s farm-to-fork restaurant.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2024
During the biggest night in fashion, three items will never appear at dinner: garlic, onions, and chives, the New York Post reported on Tuesday.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
Wild garlic, a cousin of chives that grows from March to May, is in full bloom, officially announcing the height of spring.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 2 May 2024
Recipes: French Potato Salad | Cherry Tomato and Green Bean Salad
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First is a straightforward, old-fashioned French potato salad with chives and tarragon.
—David Tanis, New York Times, 1 May 2024
Garnish with fresh herbs: Garish with fresh tarragon as directed, or swap with chives, parsley, or other herbs as desired.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 3 May 2024
The leaves and stems can be eaten raw like chives; chop them finely for a fancy, gourmet touch.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 2 May 2024
Laura McLively, The Mercury News, 14 May 2024
Sprinkle with pepitas, chives, basil and cheese shavings.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 11 May 2024
The culinary team taps into the chef’s garden to pick peppers, eggplant, peas, onions, squash, chives, rhubarb, and fresh herbs to star in cocktails and in dishes for Earth at Hidden Pond, the resort’s farm-to-fork restaurant.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2024
During the biggest night in fashion, three items will never appear at dinner: garlic, onions, and chives, the New York Post reported on Tuesday.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
Wild garlic, a cousin of chives that grows from March to May, is in full bloom, officially announcing the height of spring.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 2 May 2024
Recipes: French Potato Salad | Cherry Tomato and Green Bean Salad
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First is a straightforward, old-fashioned French potato salad with chives and tarragon.
—David Tanis, New York Times, 1 May 2024
Garnish with fresh herbs: Garish with fresh tarragon as directed, or swap with chives, parsley, or other herbs as desired.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 3 May 2024
The leaves and stems can be eaten raw like chives; chop them finely for a fancy, gourmet touch.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 2 May 2024
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“Chive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chive. Accessed 23 May. 2024.
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chive
noun
: an herb related to the onion and having leaves used as a seasoning
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