noun
- a plant whose seeds are used to make oil, flour, and other food products; also called soybean
Usage: chiefly British
Examples
- Soya is a major crop in many countries.
- The factory processes soya into various food products.
- Soya milk is a popular dairy alternative.
- Many vegetarians rely on soya for protein.
- The field was planted with soya this season.
- Soya sauce is made from fermented soybeans.