Meaning of the word rapeseed in English

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

rapeseed

US /ˈreɪp.siːd/
UK /ˈreɪp.siːd/

Noun

a plant with yellow flowers grown for its oil-rich seeds, used to produce cooking oil, animal feed, and biodiesel

Example:
Fields of yellow rapeseed stretched as far as the eye could see.
Rapeseed oil is commonly used in cooking and for biodiesel production.