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safflower Definition

saf·flower (saflo̵u′ər)

noun

  1. a thistlelike, annual plant (Carthamus tinctorius) of the composite family, with large, orange flower heads and seeds that yield a drying oil used in paints, foods, medicine, etc.
  2. a dyestuff or drug prepared from its florets

Etymology: altered (< saffron & flower) < Du or MFr: Du saffloer < MFr saffleur < It saffiore < Ar aṣfar, yellow

safflower Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • use: Instead of using canola oil, you can use safflower or corn oil ( corn oil gives a richer, more buttery taste ).

Modifies a noun

  • oil: Heat about 1 inch safflower oil in a deep pot, over medium heat.
  • seed: NOPA is a member-driven organization representing the U.S. soybean, sunflower, canola, flaxseed and safflower seed crushing industries.
  • production: Safflower is a low acreage crop that can be easily segregated from other safflower production.

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