Vegetable oils

Definition

Oils derived from plant seeds such as soybean, canola, cottonseed, and others. They are used in agriculture to control pests and diseases.

Etymology

From Latin 'vegetalis', meaning 'pertaining to plants', and 'oleum', meaning 'oil'.

Example

Vegetable oils are sometimes used as a natural insecticide for controlling aphids and other pests.

Related Terms

• Insect control
• Organic farming