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

According to The Ordinary, a few drops of these can be applied twice daily—just avoid pairing them with acids, vitamin C, and resveratrol. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025

Leave the skin on when possible to retain more fiber, vitamins, and minerals, including calcium, potassium, vitamin C, and several B vitamins. —Caroline Tien, SELF, 8 Jan. 2025

And antioxidants like vitamin C and niacinamide can reduce redness, improve discoloration and enhance skin texture, Dr. Jaliman said. —Erica Sweeney, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025

Paired with their Brightening Serum, their latest products may be the best vitamin C duo so far this year. —Essence, 7 Jan. 2025

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