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extra-virgin definition

extra-virgin (-vʉr′jən)

adjective

designating virgin () olive oil with the least acid and the best flavor, aroma, color, etc.

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I thought extra virgin meant the first cold pressed results of any oil which is cold pressed.

Posted by anonymous 60 days ago.

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