Definition of "rapeseed" [rapeseed]

• The seed of the rape plant. (noun)

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• "Konrad Nowicki, a young Polish entrepreneur, suggested leasing 250 acres in the Ukraine and growing rapeseed, which is commonly used in Europe to make biodiesel for cars."
• "With ornamental hotel flower beds shriveled and gone, the most vivid color comes from another hardy invader, Sahara mustard, otherwise known as rapeseed, an escapee from cattle feed."
• "The beautiful yellow field is blooming rapeseed, which is blanketing northern Bulgaria right now."