linseed
ˈlɪnzɪd
Definitions
1. noun
the oil-bearing seed of the flax plant, used to produce linseed oil, used in paints and varnishes, and as a food source.
“The artist used linseed oil to thin her paints.”
2. noun
a type of oil extracted from the seeds of the flax plant.
“The furniture maker applied linseed oil to the wooden surface to protect it from moisture.”
3. noun
a type of oil used in cooking, derived from the seeds of the flax plant.
“The recipe called for linseed oil to be mixed with other ingredients to make a salad dressing.”
4. verb
to treat with linseed oil, especially to protect a surface from moisture.
“The carpenter linseeded the wooden floor to prevent water damage.”