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单词 oxidizes
释义

oxidize

verb

ox·​i·​dize ˈäk-sə-ˌdīz How to pronounce oxidize (audio)
oxidized; oxidizing

transitive verb

1
: to combine with oxygen
Other chemicals then oxidize the sulfur dioxide to form sulfuric acid, which along with the nitric acid increases the acidity of the dewdrop. R. Monastersky
Should the cork be allowed to dry out, it will shrink and allow air to seep in and oxidize the wine. Peter D. Meltzer
2
: to dehydrogenate especially by the action of oxygen
oxidize an alcohol to an aldehyde
3
: to change (a compound) by increasing the proportion of the electronegative part or change (an element or ion) from a lower to a higher positive valence
What mix of products is formed is a function of the electrode potential used to oxidize the chloride ion. Chemical & Engineering News
: remove one or more electrons from (an atom, ion, or molecule)
oxidize metallic copper to ionic copper

intransitive verb

: to become oxidized
Fats can either oxidize (combine with oxygen) or hydrolyze (combine with water) to become rancid. Shirley Corriher
Silver does not oxidize, or rust, on exposure to air. In fact, compared with most other elements, it is not particularly reactive. C. Claiborne Ray
oxidizable
ˌäk-sə-ˈdī-zə-bəl How to pronounce oxidize (audio)
adjective

Example Sentences

The paint oxidizes and discolors rapidly.
Recent Examples on the Web Shades of blonde—particularly color-treated, although all blondes are prone—can oxidize, which in turn brings out brassy and yellow tones. Harper's Bazaar Staff, Harper's BAZAAR, 30 Aug. 2022 The color can oxidize Normally, breakouts and makeup don't go well together. ELLE, 28 June 2022 Mitochondrial density, lactate threshold, and the ability to oxidize fat stores all decrease. Kelly O'mara, Outside Online, 27 Mar. 2014 As the name implies, a defining characteristic of this genus is the ability to oxidize organic carbon sources like sucrose, glucose, and ethanol into acetic acid, which is known for its antimicrobial properties. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 24 Jan. 2022 An expired perfume will have a slightly sour, metallic smell once the top notes have begun to oxidize. Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2022 The base built mitochondria, capillaries, enzyme processes to oxidize fat, tissue adaptations, and countless other physiological changes aligning with health and fitness. Mark Cucuzzella, Outside Online, 29 July 2019 These bacteria oxidize metals like iron, basically inducing the same disintegration that takes place during rusting. Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 8 Nov. 2021 The colors don't oxidize and easily cover redness, and the formula gives skin a boost with jojoba oil, vitamin E, squalane, rose seed oil, and marula seed oil. Rachel Nussbaum, Health.com, 19 Oct. 2021 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Kids Definition

oxidize

verb

ox·​i·​dize ˈäk-sə-ˌdīz How to pronounce oxidize (audio)
oxidized; oxidizing
: to combine or become combined with oxygen The various metals will oxidize at different rates. Iron oxidizes to form rust.

Medical Definition

oxidize

verb

ox·​i·​dize
variants also British oxidise
ˈäk-sə-ˌdīz How to pronounce oxidize (audio)
oxidized also British oxidised; oxidizing also British oxidising

transitive verb

1
: to combine with oxygen
2
: to dehydrogenate especially by the action of oxygen
3
: to change (a compound) by increasing the proportion of the electronegative part or change (an element or ion) from a lower to a higher positive valence : remove one or more electrons from (an atom, ion, or molecule)

intransitive verb

: to become oxidized

oxidizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of oxidize
as in rusts
to combine chemically with oxygen Iron will oxidize if it is exposed to air and moisture.

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • rusts
  • decomposes
  • reacts
  • disintegrates
  • corrodes
  • crumbles
  • decays
  • deteriorates
  • rots
  • erodes
  • eats
  • degenerates
  • sinks
  • gnaws
  • descends
  • contaminates
  • molds
  • corrupts
  • withers
  • sours
  • festers
  • pollutes
  • putrefies
  • perishes
  • ferments
  • frets
  • declines
  • spoils
  • taints
  • nibbles
  • dilapidates
  • molders
  • turns
  • defiles
  • bites (at)
  • curdles
  • mortifies
  • fouls
  • breaks down
  • turns off
  • addles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • grows
  • ripens
  • develops
  • matures
  • ages
  • restores
  • purifies
  • refreshes
  • renews
  • cleanses
  • improves
  • integrates
  • composes
  • assembles
  • ameliorates
  • betters
  • meliorates
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