Meaning of the word feedstock in English

What does feedstock mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

feedstock

US /ˈfiːd.stɑːk/
UK /ˈfiːd.stɒk/

Noun

raw material supplied to a machine or processing plant for conversion into another product

Example:
Crude oil is a primary feedstock for the petrochemical industry.
Agricultural waste can be used as a feedstock for biofuel production.