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Antiscorbutic

UK
/ˌæntiˌskɔːˈbjuːtɪk/
US
/ˌæntiˈskɔrbjuːtɪk/
ru

Translation of "antiscorbutic" into Russian

antiscorbutic
Adjective
raiting
UK
/ˌæntiˌskɔːˈbjuːtɪk/
US
/ˌæntiˈskɔrbjuːtɪk/
antiscorbutic
more antiscorbutic Comp.
most antiscorbutic Super.
The sailors were given antiscorbutic foods to prevent scurvy.
Морякам давали антицинготные продукты, чтобы предотвратить цингу.

Definitions

antiscorbutic
Noun
raiting
UK
/ˌæntiˌskɔːˈbjuːtɪk/
US
/ˌæntiˈskɔrbjuːtɪk/
A substance or medicine that prevents or cures scurvy.
Limes were issued to sailors as an effective antiscorbutic during long voyages.
antiscorbutic
Adjective
raiting
UK
/ˌæntiˌskɔːˈbjuːtɪk/
US
/ˌæntiˈskɔrbjuːtɪk/
Having the property of preventing or curing scurvy.
Citrus fruits are known for their antiscorbutic properties, making them essential in a sailor's diet.