Definition

A type of plant that is grown for its seeds, which are used to produce oil and as animal feed.

Example

Farmers often cultivate coleseed for its valuable oil.

Conversation

Have you ever tried cooking with coleseed oil?

I haven't, but I've heard it's really healthy.

Yeah, it's great for frying because it has a high smoke point.

I should give it a try sometime, thanks for the tip!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coleseed is derived from "cole" (from Latin *caulis*, meaning stem or cabbage) and "seed" (meaning the reproductive part of a plant). The word refers to the seeds of plants in the cabbage family, particularly those used for oil production.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cole' as relating to cabbage plants, and 'seed' as the part that grows into a new plant. This helps you remember that coleseed refers to the seeds from cabbage-like plants.

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