Cottonseed: meaning, definitions and examples
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cottonseed
[ ˈkɒtənsiːd ]
agriculture product
Cottonseed refers to the seeds of the cotton plant, which is a crucial agricultural product. These seeds are used for various purposes, including the extraction of oil, animal feed, and as a source of fiber. Cottonseed oil is edible and is often used in cooking and food products.
Synonyms
cotton seed, seed of cotton.
Examples of usage
- The farmer harvested the cottonseed early this season.
- Cottonseed oil is a popular alternative for frying.
- Many livestock feed diets include cottonseed meal.
- The cottonseed is also processed for its fiber.
Translations
Translations of the word "cottonseed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 semente de algodão
🇮🇳 रुई का बीज
🇩🇪 Baumwollsamen
🇮🇩 biji kapas
🇺🇦 бавовняне насіння
🇵🇱 nasiona bawełny
🇯🇵 綿の種
🇫🇷 graine de coton
🇪🇸 semilla de algodón
🇹🇷 pamuk tohumu
🇰🇷 면화 씨앗
🇸🇦 بذور القطن
🇨🇿 semínko bavlny
🇸🇰 semienko bavlny
🇨🇳 棉种子
🇸🇮 seme bombaža
🇮🇸 bómullarsæmi
🇰🇿 мақта тұқымы
🇬🇪 ბამბის თესლი
🇦🇿 pambıq toxumu
🇲🇽 semilla de algodón
Etymology
The term 'cottonseed' combines the word 'cotton,' which has roots in Middle English and Old French, derived from Arabic 'qṭn' meaning 'fluff' or 'cotton,' with 'seed,' which derives from Old English 'sǣd,' referring to the reproductive part of plants. The cultivation of cotton has been traced back thousands of years to ancient civilizations in regions like India, Egypt, and the Americas. As cotton farming spread, the significance of cottonseed became apparent not only for its oil and fiber but also for the role it played in the cotton industry. Over time, the processing methods for cottonseed have evolved, leading to its expanded use in various industries, including food and animal husbandry.