flaxseed

noun

flax·​seed ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd 

: the small seed of flax (especially Linum usitatissimum) used especially as a source of oil, as a demulcent and emollient, and as a dietary supplement

called also linseed

Examples of flaxseed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Flaxseeds From lowering cholesterol to lowering the risk of certain diseases, flaxseeds come with loads of health benefits. — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 24 July 2026

Yogurt with live cultures and ground flaxseed can support gut bacteria and provide fiber to improve stool consistency. — Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 23 July 2026

Cooking Oils Cooking oils high in unsaturated fats, such as olive, walnut, and flaxseed oils, are among the pantry items most susceptible to heat damage. — Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026

This comes from a serving of lean ground turkey (114 grams or 4 ounces cooked) and 1–2 tablespoons of flaxseeds used in the coating. — Merve Ceylan, Health, 22 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for flaxseed

• accede
• agreed
• airspeed
• alkyd
• bindweed
• chickweed
• concede
• decreed
• duckweed
• exceed
• impede
• indeed

Kids Definition

flaxseed

noun

flax·​seed ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd 

: the small seed of flax used as a source of linseed oil and in medicinal preparations

Medical Definition

flaxseed

noun

flax·​seed ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd 

: the small seed of flax (especially Linum usitatissimum) used especially as a source of oil, as a demulcent and emollient in treating inflammatory conditions of the respiratory, intestinal, and urinary passages, and as a dietary supplement

called also linseed