Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
colza
noun
/ˈkɒl.zə/
Definition
A type of plant, specifically Brassica napus, grown for its seeds which yield oil used in cooking and industrial applications.
Examples
- The farmer planted colza seeds to harvest oil.
- Colza oil is often used in salad dressings.
- In some regions, colza is a major crop.
Meaning
Colza refers to the plant whose seeds are harvested to produce canola oil, often used for culinary purposes and as a base for biodiesel.
Synonyms
- Rapeseed
- Brassica napus
- Canola
