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Definition of hemp seed

hemp seed

Plural:hemp seeds
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1

The small, edible seed of the industrial hemp plant (Cannabis sativa), commonly consumed for its high nutritional value, protein content, and healthy fatty acids.

Example

"She sprinkled a handful of roasted hemp seeds over her morning smoothie bowl for an extra boost of protein."

2

The seed of the hemp plant cultivated specifically for agricultural sowing, animal feed, or for pressing to extract oil.

Example

"The farmer purchased fifty pounds of certified hemp seed to plant the new industrial crop for fiber production."

Word Nuance & Usage

Hemp seeds are often subject to regulatory confusion; although derived from the Cannabis sativa plant, they contain negligible amounts of psychoactive THC and are legally sold as a nutritional food product.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hemp seed. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hemp-seed
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