flaxseed

[ flaks-seed ]

noun

1. the seed of flax, yielding linseed oil; linseed.

flaxseed

/ ˈflæksˌsiːd /

noun

1. the seed of the flax plant, which yields linseed oil Also calledlinseed

Word History and Origins

Origin of flaxseed¹

First recorded in 1555–65; flax + seed

Example Sentences

After that, to restore the seasoning, all you need is heat, a drop of vegetable or flaxseed oil, and a few minutes back on the burner to make the fat polymerize into a tacky, protective film.

From Outside Online

To make the flax “egg,” in a small bowl, whisk together the flaxseed meal with the boiling water until combined.

From Washington Post

This type of pad is filled with materials that can range from rice or flaxseed to chemical gels, but lacks nuanced temperature control.

From Popular-Science

These helpful fats are found in fish, flaxseed and some oils.

From Science News For Students

One tablespoon of flaxseed, one pint of boiling water; let stand and keep warm for one hour; strain.

From Project Gutenberg

Ordered a large flaxseed poultice applied, expecting an abscess would form at this place.

From Project Gutenberg

Should the stranguary be severe, drink freely of milk and water, slippery elm, or flaxseed tea.

From Project Gutenberg

Dissolve white lead in flaxseed oil to the consistency of milk, and apply over the entire burn or scald every five minutes.

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Mr. Willis found it agree with him particularly well, for it's as pure as water, and slips through your teeth like flaxseed tea.

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