ginkgo biloba

noun

ginkgo bi·lo·ba -ˌbī-ˈlō-bə

: an extract of the leaves of ginkgo that is held to enhance mental functioning by increasing blood circulation to the brain

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Researchers reviewed 21 different studies that showed how ginkgo biloba is beneficial for people with mild Alzheimer’s, improving their capabilities. —

Dallas News, 24 Jan. 2023 Each capsule features a blend of bacopa monnieri and ginkgo biloba, which support healthy brain function. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 2 Nov. 2022 Created with aloe vera to hydrate hands and ginkgo biloba plant extract to provide antioxidants, these elevated hand sanitizers — available in the scents Champagne and Chamomile Lavender — make killing germs feel a little more luxurious. —

Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 26 Jan. 2023 This unique formula includes ginkgo biloba, bacopa monnieri, l-theanine, as well as phosphatidylserine and acetyl-l carnitine. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 15 Jan. 2023 This product contains turkey tail mushroom, milk thistle, ginkgo biloba, coenzyme Q10, and lutein to work together in supporting cognitive function eye health, liver health, heart health and immunity. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 27 Nov. 2022 Prized in traditional Chinese medicine for millennia, ginkgo biloba is linked to anti-inflammatory effects, cognition, and brain health. —

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Word History

Etymology

New Latin, literally, bilobed ginkgo

First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of ginkgo biloba was in 1980

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Medical Definition

ginkgo biloba

noun

gink·go bi·lo·ba

ˈgiŋ-(ˌ)kō-ˌbī-ˈlō-bə, also ˈgiŋk-(ˌ)gō-

: an extract of the leaves of the ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) that is used as a dietary supplement and is held to enhance mental functioning by increasing blood circulation to the brain

called also ginkgo