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

Kojic acid products are among the most expensive skin-lighteners, costing more per ounce than vitamin C and retinol products. —Merve Ceylan, Health, 4 Nov. 2024

While ingredients like retinoids, peptides, and vitamin C can all help make deeper wrinkles appear more shallow (building up your skin’s collagen will help smooth wrinkles out from the inside out), hyaluronic acid is often seen as a go-to choice for creases and folds. —Emily Orofino, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024

As the sun’s vitality wanes, this roller, infused with a powerful blend of caffeine, vitamin C, and peptides, becomes your secret weapon. —Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2024

And being mindful of the importance of vitamin C intake will help prevent the need for medical intervention. —New Atlas, 22 Oct. 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