Definition

A small seed from the flax plant, often used for its oil and health benefits.

Example

Many people add flaxseed to their smoothies for extra nutrition.

Conversation

Have you ever tried adding flaxseed to your smoothies?

Yeah, I did that last week and it was great!

I heard it’s really good for your digestion too.

Absolutely! I think I’ll keep using flaxseed in my breakfast.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Flaxseed is formed from "flax" (from Old English *flax*, meaning the plant from which linen is made) and "seed" (from Old English *sǣd*, meaning the reproductive part of a plant). The word "flaxseed" refers to the seeds of the flax plant, which are used for various purposes including oil production and as a food source.

Memory Tip

Think of the plant 'flax' that produces 'seeds' — this helps you remember that flaxseed refers to the seeds of the flax plant.

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