vitamin E

noun

: any of several fat-soluble vitamins that are chemically tocopherols whose lack in the human body is associated especially with neurological symptoms (as ataxia and muscle weakness), that are found especially in wheat germ, vegetable oils, egg yolk, and green leafy vegetables or are made synthetically, and that are used chiefly in animal feeds and as antioxidants

especially : alpha-tocopherol

Examples of vitamin E in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Its micro-fine formula contains ale, vitamin E, and glycol to leave your skin feeling moisturized and plump, minimizing the risk of mid-day dryness and cracking of your base makeup. —Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 4 Nov. 2024

And, fun fact: pistachios are the lowest calorie nut around. Walnuts Walnuts are rich in iron, calcium, magnesium, vitamin E, vitamin B, and trace elements. —Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024

Almond butter also provides 6.72 grams of protein (13% of the DV), plus vitamin E and healthy fats.4910 4. —Johna Burdeos, Health, 8 Oct. 2024

Those with a dry scalp or strands will appreciate that the formula has moisturizing ingredients like vitamin E and argan oil. —Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 3 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

vitamin E

noun

: any of various oily liquid compounds that can be dissolved in fats, are found especially in plants, and are necessary in the body to prevent infertility and the breakdown of muscles

Medical Definition

vitamin E

noun

: any of several fat-soluble vitamins that are chemically tocopherols or tocotrienols whose lack in the human body is associated especially with neurological symptoms (as ataxia and muscle weakness), that are found especially in wheat germ, vegetable oils, egg yolk, and green leafy vegetables or are made synthetically, and that are used chiefly in animal feeds and as antioxidants

especially : alpha-tocopherol