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1 sense of chive

 

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Chive


Sense 1:

Noun (Countable)

Definition: A small perennial herb, Allium schoenoprasum, related to the onion, having narrow, tubular leaves that are used as a culinary herb.

Example: The recipe calls for two tablespoons of chopped chives.

Noun (Uncountable)

Definition: The leaves of the chive plant used as a seasoning or garnish for food.

Example: The chef sprinkled some chopped chive over the soup before serving.

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