vegetable oil

noun

: an oil of plant origin
especially : a fatty oil from seeds or fruits

Examples of vegetable oil in a Sentence

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Use a neutral oil, like grapeseed, canola, or vegetable oil; fats with a high smoke point work better than something more delicate, like olive oil or flaxseed oil. Julie Harans, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Oct. 2025 Use olive oil in place of butter or vegetable oil for low and moderate-heat cooking. Jillian Kubala, Health, 1 Oct. 2025 Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, poultry, nuts, and non-tropical vegetable oils are all crucial components of a heart-healthy diet. Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2025 Both are considered renewable fuels because they’re made from a renewable resource, typically vegetable oil. Molly Duerig, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vegetable oil

Word History

First Known Use

1765, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of vegetable oil was in 1765

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“Vegetable oil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vegetable%20oil. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

vegetable oil

noun
: an oil obtained from plant parts and especially from seeds or fruits

Medical Definition

vegetable oil

noun
: an oil of plant origin
especially : a fatty oil from seeds or fruits

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