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hempseed

[ hemp-seed ]

/ ˈhɛmpˌsid /

noun

the seed of hemp, used as food for birds.

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Origin of hempseed

Middle English word dating back to 1275–1325; see origin at hemp, seed

Words nearby hempseed

hemp, hemp agrimony, Hempel, hempen, hemp nettle, hempseed, Hempstead, hemp tree, hempy, hemstitch, hen

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Example sentences from the Web for hempseed

The erosion of the mucous membrane was not larger than a hempseed.
A System of Practical Medicine By American Authors, Vol. II|Various
It was train-oil, linseed and hempseed, crushed up all together, and the bugs were to eat it till they burst.
Curious Facts in the History of Insects; Including Spiders and Scorpions.|Frank Cowan
But this was too much for Mr. Hempseed's querulous philosophy.
The Scarlet Pimpernel|Baroness Orczy
A few grains of hempseed as a stimulant may be given in the middle of the day.
Poultry|Hugh Piper

But only for a moment; the next he turned to Mr. Hempseed, who was respectfully touching his forelock.
The Scarlet Pimpernel|Baroness Orczy

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