vitamin B

noun
UK /ˈvɪtəmɪn biː/
US /ˈvaɪtəmɪn biː/

Vitamin B is a group of vitamins in food that help your body make energy and stay healthy.

Oranges, eggs, and beans are foods that give you vitamin B.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A specific member of the B family, such as B12 or folate, that the body needs in small amounts.

The doctor said she needs more vitamin B12 in her diet.

3. A pill or supplement that contains one or more B vitamins.

He takes a vitamin B tablet every morning with breakfast.

4. The group of water-soluble vitamins that help cells turn food into energy.

Whole grains are a good source of vitamin B for growing kids.