jujube
noun
ju·jube
ˈjü-ˌjüb 
especially for sense 1
ˈjü-ju̇-ˌbē
1
: a fruit-flavored gumdrop or lozenge
2
a
: an edible drupaceous fruit of any of several trees (genus Ziziphus) of the buckthorn family
especially
: one of an Asian tree (Z. jujuba)
b
: a tree producing this fruit
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The Paektu Malt offers delicate notes of Asian pear, almond, oak spice, and jujube, wrapped in a silky texture that suggests careful blending and a lot of taste-testing (for science, of course).
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Emily Price, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
These changes were thought to be caused by the antioxidant content of the jujube fruit given to the rats.
—Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
Yoo’s Jujube Ginseng Negroni uses soju as a base for a jujube infusion, which is then mixed with jujube tea and ginseng tea powder.
—Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 May 2025
There’s that scene with the jujubes and chestnuts in the ceremony and people not knowing which one represents sons and daughters.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 18 Apr. 2025
Key Ingredients: Shea butter, ginger extract, jujube extract, pomegranate extract
Best For: Dry or mature skin types
Size: 4.05 fl. oz.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
What also sets it apart is the blend of jujube and pomegranate extracts, which help support the skin barrier and supply antioxidants (respectively).
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
Adding to the ritual is its compelling fragrance of jujube and lotus flower, and the elegant packaging is made of cardboard and contains no plastic.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
One group received Ziziphus jujube syrup, while the other received a simple jujube syrup.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 30 Oct. 2024
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Emily Price, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
These changes were thought to be caused by the antioxidant content of the jujube fruit given to the rats.
—Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
Yoo’s Jujube Ginseng Negroni uses soju as a base for a jujube infusion, which is then mixed with jujube tea and ginseng tea powder.
—Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 May 2025
There’s that scene with the jujubes and chestnuts in the ceremony and people not knowing which one represents sons and daughters.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 18 Apr. 2025
Key Ingredients: Shea butter, ginger extract, jujube extract, pomegranate extract
Best For: Dry or mature skin types
Size: 4.05 fl. oz.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
What also sets it apart is the blend of jujube and pomegranate extracts, which help support the skin barrier and supply antioxidants (respectively).
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
Adding to the ritual is its compelling fragrance of jujube and lotus flower, and the elegant packaging is made of cardboard and contains no plastic.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
One group received Ziziphus jujube syrup, while the other received a simple jujube syrup.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Jujube.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jujube. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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