noun
- the small, flat, brown seed of the flax plant, used as food and for making linseed oil
Examples
- She sprinkled flaxseed on her yogurt for extra fiber.
- Flaxseed oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
- The health food store sells ground flaxseed in bulk.
- Many bakers add flaxseed to bread recipes for nutrition.
- Flaxseed can be used as an egg substitute in vegan baking.
- The doctor recommended eating flaxseed daily for heart health.