palm oil

noun

: an edible fat obtained from the flesh of the fruit of several palms and used especially in soap and lubricating greases

Examples of palm oil in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For flakiness, there are still those who swear that shortening makes for the flakiest pie crust, which, more widely known by the brand name Crisco, is a solid fat made from primarily soybean and palm oils. —Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2025

Besides palm oil and cooking oil, Wilmar also produces other food products like rice, noodles, and margarine for global markets. —Lionel Lim, Fortune, 18 June 2025

What to look for in quality keto supplements MCT Oil Medium-chain triglycerides are healthy fats found in coconut and palm oils that can be used for immediate fuel while on the keto diet. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025

By comparison, other environmentally sensitive sectors like palm oil are more advanced in disclosure. —Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for palm oil

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