flaxseed

American  

[flaks-seed] / ˈflæksˌsid /

noun

1. the seed of flax, yielding linseed oil; linseed.

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flaxseed British  

/ ˈflæksˌsiːd /

noun

1. Also called: linseed.  the seed of the flax plant, which yields linseed oil

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Etymology

Origin of flaxseed

First recorded in 1555–65; flax + seed

Example Sentences

But ground flaxseed has been broken down, making the omega-3s and other nutrients more available for absorption.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2025

Diet: "You can increase the amount of fruit and fibre in your diet. You can look for things like psyllium husk, flaxseed and chia seeds to encourage it to move."

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2024

The researchers found that the microbiota and mammary gland miRNA are related and that flaxseed lignans modify the relationship to be non-cancer causing.

From Science Daily • Dec. 7, 2023

Enter Mowry’s 4U, billed as a textured curl care line for type 2A to 4C hair that uses sustainable ingredients, from rosemary and sea moss to flaxseed and watermelon extract.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2023

The diet should be chiefly fluid, as milk and pure water, flaxseed tea, or mineral waters.

From The Home Medical Library, Volume II (of VI) by Winslow, Kenelm