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

Kakadu plum is a great source of vitamin C which, in this formula, helps brighten the look of dark circles and firm under eyes. —Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024

Skin Hydration Centella asiatica, when applied to the skin with a vitamin C serum, may improve skin hydration, elasticity, and firmness. —Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024

However, getting adequate doses of vitamin C has been shown to slow down the progression of clouding. —Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024

Half a cup of blackberries has about 4 grams of fiber (1 gram soluble) and 15.1 milligrams of vitamin C (17% of the DV).319 8. —Johna Burdeos, Health, 4 Dec. 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