scorbutic
adjective
scor·bu·tic skȯr-ˈbyü-tik 
: of, relating to, producing, or affected with scurvy
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web They have been used to treat burns, make skin tone prettier, and many other options due to their anti-scorbutic properties. 
The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 May 2022
The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 May 2022 Word History
Etymology
New Latin scorbuticus, from scorbutus scurvy, probably of Germanic origin; akin to Old English scurf scurf
First Known Use
1655, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
scorbutic
adjective
scor·bu·tic skȯr-ˈbyüt-ik
: of, relating to, producing, or affected with scurvy
a scorbutic diet
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