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linseed

American

[lin-seed] / ˈlɪnˌsid /

noun

flaxseed.

linseed British

/ ˈlɪnˌsiːd /

noun

another name for flaxseed

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Etymology

Origin of linseed

before 1000; Middle English linsed, Old English līnsǣd. See line ¹, seed

Example Sentences

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Both formulations were enhanced with tomato powder, spices, and a blend of sunflower, olive, and linseed oils to improve flavor and nutritional value.

From Science Daily • Nov. 4, 2025

Leonardo is thought to have dissolved lead oxide powder, which has an orange color, in linseed or walnut oil by heating the mixture to make a thicker, faster-drying paste.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 11, 2023

It is made from a by-product from the linseed industry, plus natural fibre and rapeseed oil.

From BBC • Sep. 18, 2023

Q: We placed a fall gourd as a decoration on our curly maple dining table, which is finished only with linseed oil that we apply periodically.

From Washington Post • Apr. 7, 2023

In the doorway, he paused to draw in the cool air—it smelled of wood and hay and linseed oil and varnish.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker

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