Definition

A type of plant from the mustard family, grown for its seeds that produce oil similar to rape oil.

Example

Farmers cultivate crambe for its oil-rich seeds.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of crambe?

No, I haven't! What is it?

It's a plant that produces seeds for oil, similar to rapeseed.

That sounds interesting! I might look into growing some.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'crambe' originates from Latin 'crambe', which means 'cabbage' or 'repeated talk'. It refers to a dish made from cabbage or a situation where something is repeated unnecessarily.

Memory Tip

Think of 'crambe' as a reference to 'cabbage' or something that is 'repeated', helping you remember that it can refer to both a dish and repetitive talk.

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