Allium (Noun)
Meaning
Large genus of perennial and biennial pungent bulbous plants: garlic; leek; onion; chive; sometimes placed in family Alliaceae as the type genus.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The garden was filled with a variety of allium species, including garlic, leeks, and onions, which added flavor to many of the family's meals.
- Onions and garlic, both members of the allium genus, are commonly used in many different types of cuisine around the world.
- The allium flowers in the garden were a beautiful sight to behold, with their delicate purple petals and strong, pungent scent.
- Chives, a type of allium, are often used as a garnish for soups and salads due to their mild onion flavor.
- The allium plants in the garden were a favorite of the local bees, who would often visit them to collect nectar.