expeller

[ ik-spel-er ]

noun

1. a person or thing that expels.
2. a press used to extract oil from corn, soybeans, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of expeller¹

First recorded in 1570–80; expel + -er ¹

Example Sentences

This natural oil is squeezed from the plant using mechanical methods, such as putting the seeds or fruit through a press known as an expeller.

From Washington Post

Most of this expeller or “first press” oil is further refined because most consumer and food manufacturers want a neutral-flavored oil that doesn’t overpower the flavor of the other ingredients.

From Seattle Times

Bunge has also expanded its Whole Harvest® portfolio of organic and non-GMO expeller pressed oils to include Non-GMO Project Verified canola and soybean oils.

From Washington Times

Farmers typically use imported palm kernel cake, also known as expeller, as part of a diet for dairy cows, especially during the winter or when natural feed is low.

From US News

Farmers typically use imported palm kernel cake, also known as expeller, as part of a diet for dairy cows, especially during the winter or when natural feed is low.

From Seattle Times