vitamin C

vitamin C

n.

See ascorbic acid.

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vitamin C

A water-soluble vitamin important for healthy skin, teeth, bones, and blood vessels. It is found especially in citrus fruits, tomatoes, potatoes, and green leafy vegetables. A deficiency of vitamin C in the diet causes scurvy. Also called ascorbic acid. Chemical formula: C₆H₈O₆.

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Noun

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vitamin C - a vitamin found in fresh fruits (especially citrus fruits) and vegetables; prevents scurvy ascorbic acid, C antioxidant - substance that inhibits oxidation or inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides water-soluble vitamin - any vitamin that is soluble in water