Cod-liver Oil (Noun)
Meaning
An oil obtained from the livers of cod and similar fishes; taken orally as a source of vitamins A and D.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The doctor recommended she take a daily dose of cod-liver oil to supplement her diet with essential vitamins.
- Cod-liver oil was given to the child to prevent rickets and other bone disorders caused by vitamin deficiency.
- Historically, cod-liver oil was a staple in many Scandinavian households where it was used for its medicinal properties.
- During the flu season, she started taking cod-liver oil as a preventative measure to boost her immune system.
- The fish oil supplement contained a purified form of cod-liver oil that provided a concentrated dose of omega-3 fatty acids.