allium

UK
/ˈæl.i.əm/
US
/ˈæl.i.əm/

Translations

alliumnoun
alliums
pl
UK
/ˈæl.i.əm/
US
/ˈæl.i.əm/
Allium is a genus of flowering plants that includes onions, garlic, and chives.
Лук - это род цветковых растений, который включает в себя лук, чеснок и шнитт-лук.
Additional translations
Synonyms
ornamental onion
wild garlic
bunching onion

Definitions

alliumnoun
A genus of flowering plants that includes onions, garlic, leeks, and chives, known for their pungent aroma and flavor.
The garden was filled with various species of allium, adding both beauty and a distinct scent to the area.
Any plant of the genus Allium, especially species grown for their globe-shaped ornamental flower heads.
Several purple alliums were blooming near the patio, attracting bees with their spherical flower clusters.