safflower
US /ˈsæf.laʊ.ɚ/
UK /ˈsæf.laʊ.ɚ/
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a thistle-like annual plant (Carthamus tinctorius) of the daisy family, cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and for the red or yellow dye yielded by its flowers.
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Safflower oil is often used in cooking and for making margarine.
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The vibrant yellow and red flowers of safflower were historically used to produce dyes.