| a pale-yellow, water-insoluble liquid oil obtained by expressing the germs of corn kernels, used in the preparation of foodstuffs, lubricants, soaps, and hair dressings. |
| corn oil n. A pale yellow liquid obtained from the embryos of corn grains, used especially as a cooking and salad oil and in the manufacture of margarines. |
corn oil
edible oil obtainable from the seeds (kernels) of corn (maize), valued for its bland flavour and light colour
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