flaxseed

noun

flax·​seed ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd How to pronounce flaxseed (audio)
: 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 This type of fat is typically found in fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts. Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2024 The inclusion of flaxseed and sunflower oil in Open Farm's recipe further contributes to improving your dog's skin health. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Aug. 2023 There are several natural options available such as fish oil or flaxseed supplements rich in omega fatty acids. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 31 July 2023 Sometimes eggs are great for binding (like flaxseed, psyllium husk or starches), whereas other times they’re needed to leaven the dough (like aquafaba or baking soda). Charlotte Druckman, Washington Post, 8 Feb. 2024 Transfer salmon mixture to large bowl and gently fold in flaxseed, pineapple and brown rice. Tribune News Service, Hartford Courant, 14 Jan. 2024 Her go-to supplements are turmeric, ginger, spirulina and flaxseed. Akili King, Essence, 7 Nov. 2023 Aside from the obvious fact that all of the nutrients in flaxseeds are essential for our general health, the compounds in flaxseeds perform several specific functions as well. Christina Pérez, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2024 Ground flaxseeds and calcium polycarbophil are coarser fibers that can’t absorb water and pushes stool through your GI system by creating bulk. Casey Seidan, Ms, Rdn, Cdn, Health, 27 June 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of flaxseed was in 1562

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“Flaxseed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flaxseed. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

flaxseed

noun
flax·​seed ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd How to pronounce flaxseed (audio)
: 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 How to pronounce flaxseed (audio)
: 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

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