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Meaning of COLZA

Pronunciation:  'kâlzu

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  Eurasian plant cultivated for its seed and as a forage crop
 
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 Synonyms: Brassica napus, rape
 
 See Also: Brassica, genus Brassica, mustard, rapeseed

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Col"za\, n. [F., fr. D. koolzaad, prop., cabbage seed;
kool (akin to E. cole) + zaad, akin to E. seed.] (Bot.)
A variety of cabbage ({Brassica oleracea}), cultivated for
its seeds, which yield an oil valued for illuminating and
lubricating purposes; summer rape.
 
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