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to oxidize
01
ossidare, ossidarsi
to combine with oxygen, often changing the appearance or properties of a material
Intransitive
02
ossidare, ossidarsi
to cause a chemical reaction in which a substance loses electrons
Transitive: to oxidize a substance
oxidize
v
oxide
n
deoxidize
v
deoxidize
v
oxidizable
adj
oxidizable
adj
oxidized
adj
oxidized
adj
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The metal surface is currently oxidizing in the presence of oxygen.
Over time, the copper statue has oxidized, developing a green patina.
The sliced apple oxidized and turned brown after some time.
The metal pipes were oxidizing slowly due to prolonged exposure to water.
Iron can oxidize when exposed to air and moisture, forming rust.
