jojoba

noun

jo·​jo·​ba hə-ˈhō-bə 

: a shrub or small tree (Simmondsia chinensis synonym S. californica) of the box family of southwestern North America with edible seeds that yield a valuable liquid wax used especially in cosmetics

Examples of jojoba in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The formula also has jojoba-seed extract, which is rich in vitamins to help soothe and tone, as well as turmeric root extract, which works to combat redness and discoloration that can come along with sagging. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 26 Oct. 2026

Consider jojoba, the main ingredient in Pattern’s Jojoba Hair & Scalp Oil Blend. — Eden Stuart, Allure, 26 Oct. 2026

The viral product is formulated with peppermint, pumpkin seed, and jojoba seed oils to nourish the scalp and strengthen hair. — Jacqueline Tempera, InStyle, 15 Oct. 2026

Both use all natural ingredients like jojoba and avocado oil. — Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Mexican Spanish, of Uto-Aztecan origin; akin to O'odham hohowai jojoba, Yaqui hohoovam

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for jojoba

• oba