verb
oxidize
Oxidize (verb) means to combine with oxygen or otherwise make an oxide.
verb
1
To combine with oxygen or otherwise make an oxide.
2
To increase the valence (or the positive charge) of an element by removing electrons.
3
To coat something with an oxide.
4
To become oxidized.
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What is the meaning of oxidize?
"oxidize" (verb) means to combine with oxygen or otherwise make an oxide.
What are the different meanings of oxidize?
"oxidize" has 3 main meanings: 1. To combine with oxygen or otherwise make an oxide; 2. To increase the valence (or the positive charge) of an element by removing electrons; 3. To coat something with an oxide.