Palm Kernel (Noun)
Meaning
Seed of any oil palm.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The palm kernel is the edible seed of the oil palm tree, often used to produce palm kernel oil and palm kernel cake.
- Palm kernel oil is extracted from the kernel of the oil palm fruit, which is rich in saturated fatty acids.
- The palm kernel is a rich source of nutrients, including protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
- Palm kernel cake is a byproduct of palm kernel oil production, often used as animal feed.
- The palm kernel is encased in a hard shell that must be cracked open to reveal the edible seed inside.