rapeseed oil

noun

: a nondrying or semidrying oil obtained from rapeseed and turnip seed and used chiefly as a lubricant, illuminant, and food

called also rape oil

compare canola oil

Example Sentences

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Londontown's Strengthening Lacquer Remover is an acetone-free formula that contains moisturizing rapeseed oil and strengthening garlic extract, so nails never feel weak or stripped after removing the polish. —Alexis Rhiannon, Allure, 16 Mar. 2023

Namely, rapeseed oil and oat protein, both of which are also naturally strengthening ingredients, says New York City stylist and salon owner Nunzio Saviano. —Melanie Rud, Peoplemag, 30 Jan. 2023

The market for whale byproducts also shrunk from the introduction of competitors, like rapeseed oil for whale oil and steel for whalebones. —David Reamer | Alaska History, Anchorage Daily News, 6 Feb. 2023

Chef Borg hands me a bowl containing a viscous mixture of Solein, rapeseed oil, water, and salt. —Tamar Adler, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1816, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

rapeseed oil

noun

: a nondrying or semidrying oil obtained from rapeseed and turnip seed and used chiefly as a lubricant, illuminant, and food

called also rape oil