1. The process of oxidizing; the addition of oxygen to a compound with a loss of electrons; always occurs accompanied by reduction
   - oxidization, oxidisation [Brit]

Derived forms: oxidations

See also: oxidate

Type of: chemical reaction, reaction

Encyclopedia: Oxidation

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