oilseed

/ˈɔɪlˌsiːd/

Definitions

1. noun

a plant that produces oil, especially a seed or fruit from which oil is extracted, such as a rapeseed or sunflower.

“The oilseed industry has been impacted by the changing climate.”

2. verb

to plant or cultivate oil-producing plants.

“Farmers oilseed to meet the growing demand for vegetable oil.”

Synonyms

  • oil plant
  • seed crop

Antonyms

  • desiccant plant