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

Dermalogica's vitamin C eye serum is enriched with a potent, bioavailable vitamin C complex that works overtime to boost the skin's radiance under the eyes while also providing protection against environmental aggressors that cause some of the most common premature signs of aging under the eyes. —Jessie Quinn, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024

When to use vitamin C serum Like most actives, dermatologists recommend slowly incorporating vitamin C into your skin-care routine to avoid irritation. —Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Dec. 2024

Parsnips are high in fiber and several vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and folate.21 One cup of cooked parsnip covers 22% of your daily vitamin C needs, 12% of your potassium, and 23% of your folate. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 26 Nov. 2024

Cherries Cherries contain a lot of vitamin C to help with immune support. —Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024

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