{ "jojoba":{ "antonyms":[], "definitions":{ ": a shrub or small tree ( Simmondsia chinensis synonym S. californica ) of the box family of southwestern North America with edible seeds that yield a valuable liquid wax used especially in cosmetics":[] }, "examples":[ "Recent Examples on the Web", "The blend of jojoba oil, beeswax, calcium, and vitamins help nails come back to life after acrylics, or just grow longer, faster. \u2014 Jillian Ruffo, Harper's BAZAAR , 21 June 2022", "It's spiked with castor and jojoba oils, but the addition of avocado oil really ticks it up a notch. \u2014 Jihan Forbes, Allure , 28 Apr. 2022", "Here's an Amazon's Choice recipient and editor-favorite pencil that's made in Japan, and contains a blend of moisturizing ingredients like vitamin E, squalane and jojoba for a smooth application. \u2014 Harper's Bazaar Staff, Harper's BAZAAR , 3 June 2022", "Sodium hyaluronate gives your skin a healthy glow, while jojoba nourishes the skin. \u2014 Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune , 19 May 2022", "The jojoba oil brings an impressive blend of vitamins A, E and D, along with antioxidants and fatty acids that will deeply penetrate your strands and deliver maximum nourishment. \u2014 The Salt Lake Tribune , 26 May 2022", "Hydrating jojoba oil helps to seal in moisture, making sure that your hair feels soft and silky 24/7. \u2014 Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune , 9 May 2022", "The Nourishing Shampoo and Conditioner both contain jojoba oil and castor oil to lend moisture to your strands. \u2014 Jihan Forbes, Allure , 28 Apr. 2022", "The key ingredients include ultra-hydrating hyaluronic acid and an emollient blend of jojoba oil and squalane to boost the skin\u2019s moisture barrier. \u2014 Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune , 10 Apr. 2022" ], "first_known_use":{ "1900, in the meaning defined above":"" }, "history_and_etymology":{ "Mexican Spanish, of Uto-Aztecan origin; akin to O'odham hohowai jojoba, Yaqui hohoovam":"" }, "pronounciation":[ "h\u0259-\u02c8h\u014d-b\u0259" ], "synonym_discussion":"", "synonyms":[], "time_of_retrieval":"20220706-161546", "type":[ "noun" ] } }