1. Substances or foods that prevent or cure scurvy, typically those rich in vitamin C.
Usage: Usually plural; medical/historical context

1. Serving to prevent or treat scurvy.
Usage: Medical/historical context

Examples

• Sailors relied on antiscorbutics like citrus fruits and fresh vegetables during long voyages.
• The ship's captain ensured that antiscorbutic provisions were stored for the crew.
• Limes and lemons were valued antiscorbutics that prevented disease at sea.
• Antiscorbutic foods became essential once the link between vitamin C and scurvy was understood.
• The naval physician recommended antiscorbutic measures to maintain crew health.