canola

noun

ca·​no·​la kə-ˈnō-lə How to pronounce canola (audio)
1
: a rape plant of an improved variety having seeds that are low in erucic acid and are the source of canola oil
2

Examples of canola in a Sentence

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It is also found in flaxseed, canola, and soybean oils. Allison Herries, Verywell Health, 14 Jan. 2025 This is the time to use an extra-virgin olive oil or a mild oil, like canola or grapeseed. Josh Miller, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025 Corn, canola, cotton, and soybeans are among the most common GMO crops. Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 20 Dec. 2024 The type of vegetable oil used can vary, but may include soybean, palm, corn, canola, or others. Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for canola 

Word History

Etymology

from Canola, former certification mark

First Known Use

1979, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of canola was in 1979

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“Canola.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/canola. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

canola

noun
ca·​no·​la kə-ˈnō-lə How to pronounce canola (audio)
1
: a rape plant of an improved variety having seeds that are the source of canola oil
2

Medical Definition

canola

noun
ca·​no·​la kə-ˈnō-lə How to pronounce canola (audio)
1
: a rape plant (Brassica napus of the mustard family) of an improved variety with seeds that are low in erucic acid and are the source of canola oil
2
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