vitamin C

noun

: a water-soluble vitamin C₆H₈O₆ found in plants and especially in fruits and leafy vegetables or made synthetically and used in the prevention and treatment of scurvy and as an antioxidant for foods

called also ascorbic acid

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Recent Examples on the Web

Made with vegan and reef-safe ingredients, the list includes vitamin C, vitamin E, chamomile, and allantoin to hydrate and soothe the skin while the zinc oxide SPF 50 offers broad-spectrum protection from harmful UV rays. —Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2023

For Dark Circles: Look for ingredients like vitamin C, kakadu plum, and licorice root extract. —Anneke Knot, Peoplemag, 6 Jan. 2023

The mask’s design comes in two parts so guys with beards can enjoy the benefits of ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, and vitamin E. —John Thompson, Men's Health, 27 Mar. 2023

During a recent skin-care elimination forced by an allergic reaction to high-strength vitamin C, hypochlorous acid spray was my only form of skin care for about a week. —Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 14 Dec. 2022

Multiple studies have looked to see whether vitamin C, zinc or vitamin D can prevent COVID-19 or reduce its severity; unfortunately, the preponderance of the evidence shows no convincing benefit. —Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 1 Dec. 2022

Key ingredients Vitamin A, licorice, vitamin C, peptides 5 Best For Blondes Talika Eyebrow Liposourcils Expert $67 at talika.us Pros Makes brows naturally darker Cons Must be used morning and night Lengthen and volumize brows with this peptide blend that goes on clear and never flakes. —Jesa Marie Calaor, ELLE, 7 Mar. 2023

Asparagus Asparagus is a good source of vitamin C, folate, and fiber, which may help improve erectile function by improving blood flow and reducing inflammation. —Discover Magazine, 6 Mar. 2023

Enough vitamin C? —Emily Matchar, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Jan. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1920, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

vitamin C

noun

: a vitamin that is present especially in citrus fruits, tomatoes, and green vegetables and is needed by the body to prevent scurvy

called also ascorbic acid

Medical Definition

vitamin C

noun

: a water-soluble vitamin C₆H₈O₆ found in plants and especially in fruits and leafy vegetables or made synthetically and used in the prevention and treatment of scurvy and as an antioxidant for foods

called also ascorbic acid