palm oil
noun
Definition of palm oil
: an edible fat obtained from the flesh of the fruit of several palms and used especially in soap and lubricating greases
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PALM OIL Defined for English Language Learners
palm oil
noun
Definition of palm oil for English Language Learners
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: oil that is obtained from the fruit of some palm trees and used in cooking and in making soap and other products
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