safflower, n. [F. safleur, saflor, for safran, influenced by fleur flower. See Saffron, and Flower.].
An annual composite plant (Carthamus tinctorius), the flowers of which are used as a dyestuff and in making rouge; bastard, or false, saffron. [1913 Webster]
The dried flowers of the Carthamus tinctorius. [1913 Webster]
A dyestuff from these flowers. See Safranin(b). [1913 Webster]
Oil of safflower, a purgative oil expressed from the seeds of the safflower.