oxidize (Meaning)
oxidize (v)
enter into a combination with oxygen or become converted into an oxide
add oxygen to or combine with oxygen
oxidize (v. t.)
To combine with oxygen, or subject to the action of oxygen, or of an oxidizing agent.
To combine with oxygen or with more oxygen; to add oxygen to; as, to oxidize nitrous acid so as to form nitric acid.
To remove hydrogen from (anything), as by the action of oxygen; as, to oxidize alcohol so as to form aldehyde.
To subject to the action of oxygen or of an oxidizing agent, so as to bring to a higher grade, as an -ous compound to an -ic compound; as, to oxidize mercurous chloride to mercuric chloride.
Synonyms & Antonyms of oxidize
oxidize Sentence Examples
- The metal surface rapidly oxidized when exposed to air.
- Oxidation caused the paint to flake off the car.
- The fruit oxidized and turned brown after being cut.
- Antioxidants are used to prevent food from oxidizing.
- Copper oxidizes to form a green patina.
- The oxidation reaction produces rust on iron.
- Oxidation can be accelerated by heat or sunlight.
- Oxidized aluminum is used to create jewelry and other objects.
- The oxidation process is essential for the production of steel.
- Oxidizing agents are used to bleach fabrics and disinfect surfaces.
FAQs About the word oxidize
enter into a combination with oxygen or become converted into an oxide, add oxygen to or combine with oxygenTo combine with oxygen, or subject to the action of
disintegrate, corrode,decompose, react, crumble, rust, contaminate, erode, gnaw, nibble
develop, grow, restore, restore, ripen,grow, mature, develop, mature, ripen
The metal surface rapidly oxidized when exposed to air.
Oxidation caused the paint to flake off the car.
The fruit oxidized and turned brown after being cut.
Antioxidants are used to prevent food from oxidizing.
