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safflower seed

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun safflower seed has 1 sense
  1. safflower seed - seed of the safflower
    --1 is a kind of
    seed
    --1 is a part of safflower, false saffron, Carthamus tinctorius
    --1 has substance: safflower oil

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Safflower Seed

Description:

Safflower seeds are the small, oil-rich seeds harvested from the safflower plant (Carthamus tinctorius). They are commonly used for their oil and have various culinary and health benefits.

Senses and Usages:

  1. Noun: The edible seeds of the safflower plant, often used for cooking and as bird feed.
    • Sample Sentence 1: The recipe calls for a handful of safflower seeds to add a crunchy texture to the salad.
    • Sample Sentence 2: I sprinkle safflower seeds in my bird feeder, attracting a variety of colorful birds to my garden.
  2. Noun: The seeds of the safflower plant used in the production of safflower oil.
    • Sample Sentence 1: Safflower seeds are pressed to extract the oil, which is often used in cooking, skincare, and as a dietary supplement.
    • Sample Sentence 2: The safflower seed oil offers a healthier alternative to other cooking oils.
  3. Noun: The dried safflower seeds used in traditional medicine and herbal remedies.
    • Sample Sentence 1: Safflower seeds have been used for centuries in herbal medicine to treat inflammation and promote cardiovascular health.
    • Sample Sentence 2: Many health-conscious individuals incorporate safflower seeds into their diet due to their potential health benefits.

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