onion
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A round vegetable with a strong smell and taste, made up of many thin layers.
Usage notes
Peeling back the layers, like an onion, is a common way to describe understanding something gradually.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Chopping the _____ made her eyes water."
Answer: onion
In your own words, what does "onion" mean?
A round vegetable with a strong smell and taste, made up of many thin layers.
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