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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

safflower

/sæflaʊər/ noun · British & US
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What does safflower mean?

noun

A plant of the genus Carthamus, cultivated for its seeds, which yield a yellow or orange dye, and for its oil-rich seeds used as a food source for birds and other animals.

Example

"The farmer planted safflower seeds in the field to attract birds and provide a natural food source."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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