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

Soft jojoba spheres also provide a little physical exfoliation without the harsh scratchiness of traditional scrubs. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 21 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

Priced at $40, the 2-in-1 formula is packed with Pro-Vitamin B5 and moisture boosters including jojoba oil and glycerin. — Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 15 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