safflower

[ˈsæf.laʊ.ər]

safflower Definition

• 1. a plant with thistle-like flowers and seeds that are used to produce oil and yellow dye
• 2. the oil produced from the seeds of the safflower plant, used in cooking and cosmetics

Using safflower: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "safflower" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Safflower oil is a popular ingredient in many cosmetic products.

• Example

  The bright yellow petals of the safflower plant are often used as a natural dye.

• Example

  Safflower seeds are a rich source of unsaturated fatty acids.

safflower Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for safflower

• carthamus
• bastard saffron

Phrases with safflower

• safflower cake

  the residue left after the oil has been extracted from safflower seeds, used as animal feed

  Example

  The farmer used safflower cake to feed his livestock.

• safflower yellow

  a yellow dye made from the petals of the safflower plant

  Example

  The artist used safflower yellow to paint the sunflowers in her painting.

• safflower oil

  an oil extracted from the seeds of the safflower plant, used in cooking and cosmetics

  Example

  Safflower oil is a healthy alternative to other cooking oils.

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Summary: safflower in Brief

Safflower [ˈsæf.laʊ.ər] is a plant with thistle-like flowers and seeds that are used to produce oil and yellow dye. The oil produced from the seeds of the safflower plant is used in cooking and cosmetics. Safflower seeds are a rich source of unsaturated fatty acids.