flaxseed

noun

flax·​seed ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd 

: the small seed of flax (especially Linum usitatissimum) used especially as a source of oil, as a demulcent and emollient, and as a dietary supplement

called also linseed

Examples of flaxseed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Top foods: Salmon, sardines, chia seeds, flaxseeds, walnuts. —Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2025

This clear formula combines strong hold with moisture-rich ingredients like flaxseed oil, rosemary leaf oil, marshmallow root extract, biotin, and aloe to smooth edges and boost shine without drying strands. —Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 2 Apr. 2025

Just 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed (7 grams) contains about 1.2 grams of protein and 1.9 grams of fiber.22 11. —Merve Ceylan, Health, 26 Mar. 2025

Eating flaxseed may also reduce the risk of heart disease.39 Drinking tea may lower your cholesterol levels. —Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 17 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for flaxseed

• accede
• agreed
• airspeed
• alkyd
• bindweed
• chickweed
• concede
• decreed
• duckweed
• exceed
• impede
• indeed

Kids Definition

flaxseed

noun

flax·​seed ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd 

: the small seed of flax used as a source of linseed oil and in medicinal preparations

Medical Definition

flaxseed

noun

flax·​seed ˈflak(s)-ˌsēd 

: the small seed of flax (especially Linum usitatissimum) used especially as a source of oil, as a demulcent and emollient in treating inflammatory conditions of the respiratory, intestinal, and urinary passages, and as a dietary supplement

called also linseed