Definition of
oxidize has definitions from the field of chemistry
1
[ verb ] enter into a combination with oxygen or become converted into an oxide

Synonyms

oxidise oxidate

Examples

"This metal oxidizes easily"

Related terms

change rust oxidation

2
[ verb ] (chemistry) add oxygen to or combine with oxygen; as in a chemical process

Synonyms

oxidise oxidate

Related terms

deoxidize change change catabolize breath breathe chemistry oxidate rust oxidation oxidant oxide

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Rhymes with

rhapsodize hybridize subsidize merchandise propagandize aggrandize standardize jeopardize

Phonetic and Homophones

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Similar Spelling

oxidizer oxidized oxidise oxidizable oxidiser oxidised oxidase

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