cold-press

verb

cold-pressed; cold-pressing; cold-presses

transitive verb

: to press without applying heat from an external source
cold-pressing olives
also : to extract (oil) by cold-pressing

Examples of cold-press in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Standard variations of olive oil use heat to extract as much juice from the fruit as possible—but virgin olive oil is created through using a cold-pressing process and left unrefined, which leaves all the beneficial molecules in tact. Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 2 Feb. 2024 Ruby Jean’s Juicery is the go-to location for fresh and cold-pressed juices, smoothies, acai bowls, and healthy breakfast bites. Ronny Maye, Essence, 30 Sep. 2023 Extraction Methods and Plant Parts Hemp seed oil is obtained by cold-pressing the seeds of industrial hemp plants, resulting in a nutrient-rich oil that is commonly used as a carrier oil in various products. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 7 Sep. 2023 Medic stands out from other CBD producers due to their steadfast commitment to a chemical-free, solvent-free cold-press extraction procedure. 20. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 2 Aug. 2023 The type of vegetable oil—made by cold-pressing seeds of the castor bean plant—is commonly used to relieve dry eye and ease constipation. Korin Miller, Health, 22 June 2023 Best Fruit Juice Naturally bold and full of flavor, 100% real Pom juice comes straight from California orchards and is hand-picked, cold-pressed, and free from fillers. Good Housekeeping, 20 June 2023 Crafted with care, these clusters are derived from cage-free chicken that undergoes a gentle cold-pressing and dehydration process. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 12 June 2023 Stick to oils that are cold-pressed (read: less inflammatory). Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 11 Apr. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cold-press was in 1799

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“Cold-press.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cold-press. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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