canola oil

noun

: an edible vegetable oil obtained from the seeds of canola that is high in monounsaturated fatty acids

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Microwave the brown sugar, canola oil and molasses on high until bubbly, about 45 seconds. Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 7 Dec. 2024 Rub a very thin layer of vegetable or canola oil on the surface of the skillet with a paper towel, then store. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024 The results showed that peanut oil has the lowest harmful compounds and good antioxidant stability, followed by canola oil. Merve Ceylan, Health, 14 Oct. 2024 Omega-6 is found in vegetable oils such as canola oil, nuts, seeds, eggs and avocado. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for canola oil 

Word History

First Known Use

1981, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of canola oil was in 1981

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“Canola oil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/canola%20oil. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

canola oil

noun
: an edible vegetable oil obtained from the seeds of canola that is low in saturated and high in monosaturated fatty acids

Medical Definition

canola oil

noun
: an edible vegetable oil obtained from the seeds of canola that is high in monounsaturated fatty acids
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