Canola: meaning, definitions and examples

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canola

 

[ kษ™หˆnoสŠlษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

cooking oil

Canola is a type of edible oil derived from the seeds of the rapeseed plant, which is a member of the mustard family. It is known for its light flavor and high smoke point, making it a popular choice for frying and baking. Canola oil is also low in saturated fat and has a favorable balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which contributes to its reputation as a heart-healthy cooking oil. It is widely used in food production, ranging from salads to processed foods.

Synonyms

rapeseed oil, vegetable oil

Examples of usage

  • I prefer canola oil for frying because it doesn't have a strong taste.
  • Many salad dressings are made with canola oil.
  • Canola oil is often recommended for those looking to maintain a healthy diet.

Translations

Translations of the word "canola" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น canola

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅˆเคจเฅ‹เคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Raps

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kanola

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐะฝะพะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rzepak

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒŽใƒผใƒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท colza

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ colza

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kanola

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์นด๋†€๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุงู†ูˆู„ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ olejovรฝ ล™epka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ repka olejnรก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่œ็ฑฝๆฒน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ repica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kanola

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐะฝะพะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒœแƒแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kanola

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ canola

Etymology

The term 'canola' was coined in the 1970s in Canada as a shortened form of 'Canadian oil, low acid.' This name was developed to distinguish the oil from traditional rapeseed oil, which had high levels of erucic acid, making it unsuitable for human consumption. Through selective breeding, a type of rapeseed was cultivated that produced lower levels of this harmful acid. The canola plant became a significant agricultural crop in Canada and eventually globally, recognized for its oil that has a favorable health profile. Over time, canola has come to symbolize advancements in biotechnology and agronomy, allowing for the production of healthier cooking oils. Today, canola oil remains one of the most widely used culinary oils in the world, prized for its versatility and health benefits.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,526, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.