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

Examples of vitamin C in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Both contain ample vitamin C, but Sumo Citrus edges out navel oranges due to its larger size. —Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 11 Feb. 2026

Hall also emphasizes that eating lots of vegetables and fruits is important not just to boost carbs but also to ensure the body is getting enough micronutrients, such as vitamin C, potassium and fiber. —Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 11 Feb. 2026

The high amount of vitamin C in noni juice also plays a vital role in its effect in boosting the immune system. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026

Though measuring at slightly lower levels than carrots, pumpkin still contains plenty of beta carotene, and also offers vitamin C, potassium, B vitamins, and more. —Christina Manian, Health, 6 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1920, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vitamin C

• abc
• absentee
• addressee
• adoptee
• agouti
• allottee
• amphorae
• amputee
• apc
• apogee
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• assessee

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