coconut oil

noun

1. a white, semisolid fat or nearly colorless fatty oil extracted from coconuts, used chiefly in foods and in the manufacture of soaps, cosmetics, and candles.

coconut oil

noun

1. the fatty oil obtained from the meat of the coconut and used for making soap, cosmetics, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of coconut oil¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

That included car parts, electric machinery, textiles and coconut oil.

From BBC

This is husband territory; he makes it on the stovetop with kernels and coconut oil.

From Los Angeles Times

For something that tastes like vacation in a glass, roast sliced peaches in melted coconut oil, a drizzle of honey, a generous dusting of cinnamon and a whisper of flaky sea salt.

From Salon

She loves cottage cheese, ground beef with turmeric and coconut oil, peas and carrots as well as salmon leftovers.

From Salon

But, hey — there’s organic coconut oil on hand, which is a nice touch.

From Los Angeles Times