Meaning of the word canola in English

What does canola mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

canola

US /kəˈnoʊ.lə/
UK /kəˈnəʊ.lə/

Noun

a variety of rapeseed bred to have a low erucic acid content, grown for its oil and as a fodder crop

Example:
Canola oil is often used for cooking due to its low saturated fat content.
Fields of yellow canola flowers stretched as far as the eye could see.