Meaning Of The Word Linseed oil

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What's The Definition Of Linseed oil?

linseed oil
uncountable noun: Linseed oil is an oil made from seeds of the flax plant. It is used to make paints and inks, or to rub into wooden surfaces to protect them.

linseed oil in American English
a yellowish oil extracted from flaxseed, and used, because of its drying qualities, in making oil paints, printer's ink, linoleum, etc.
noun: a drying oil obtained by pressing flaxseed, used in making paints, printing inks, linoleum, etc.

linseed oil in British English
noun: a yellow oil extracted from seeds of the flax plant. It has great drying qualities and is used in making oil paints, printer's ink, linoleum, etc

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