ascorbic acid

/əˌskɔrbɪk ˌæsəd/
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Definitions of ascorbic acid
  1. noun
    a vitamin found in fresh fruits (especially citrus fruits) and vegetables; prevents scurvy
    synonyms: C, vitamin C
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    type of:
    antioxidant
    a substance that hinders oxidation or reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides
    water-soluble vitamin
    any vitamin that is soluble in water
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