单词	oxidizes
释义	oxidize verb ox·​i·​dize ˈäk-sə-ˌdīz  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  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 Phrases Containing oxidize re-oxidize re-oxidize Kids Definition oxidize verb ox·​i·​dize ˈäk-sə-ˌdīz  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  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 Relevance 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 See More
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