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1. (v.t.) oxidize
to combine chemically with oxygen; convert into an oxide.
2. oxidize
to cover with a coating of oxide or rust.
3. oxidize
to increase the valence of (an atom or molecule) by removing electrons.
4. (v.i.) oxidize
to become oxidized.
Etymology: (1795–1805)
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1. (verb) oxidise, oxidize, oxidate
enter into a combination with oxygen or become converted into an oxide
"This metal oxidizes easily"
2. (verb) oxidize, oxidise, oxidate
add oxygen to or combine with oxygen
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