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canola
[ kuh-noh-luh ]
noun
- a variety of the rapeseed plant that contains reduced levels of erucic acid, making its oil palatable for human consumption, and reduced levels of a toxic glucosin, making its meal desirable as a livestock feed.
canola
/ kəˈnəʊlə /
noun
- a cooking oil extracted from a variety of rapeseed developed in Canada
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Word History and Origins
Origin of canola1
First recorded in 1975–80; formerly a Canadian trademark; either abbreviation of Can(adian) o(il) l(ow) a(cid) or a blend of Can(ada) ( def ) and -ola ( def )
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Word History and Origins
Origin of canola1
C20: from Can ( ada ) + -ola , from oleum
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Example Sentences
Fill one-third of a large saucepan with canola oil and heat to 375°F (190°C).
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Each outlet goes through about 1,500 pounds of potatoes a day (which are fried in canola oil) and sells about 1,500 burgers.
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Take ½ cup canola oil and remaining 10 cloves of garlic, making sure the garlic is immersed in the oil and put in a small pan.
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Transfer to a mixing bowl and add the remaining canola oil and olive oil.
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