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n. - The reproductive portion of any plant of the genus Gossypium characterized by an erect and freely branching habit, alternate lobed leaves, and large creamy white or yellow flowers.

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Usage examples (36)
  • It's not like cottonseed is inherently disgusting.
  • Oils, such as cottonseed oil or the tasteless liquid petroleum, may also be used for this purpose.
  • Fish meal is much more potent than cottonseed meal.
  • Refined cottonseed and corn oils are bland in flavor.
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