OXIDIZE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Verb

add oxygen to or combine with oxygen

Categories: Change, Alter, Modify, Change

Synonyms

Oxidate, Oxidise, Oxidize

Antonyms

Deoxidise, Deoxidize

🔗 Related Words

oxide – A related word in the same word family.

ize – A related word in the same word family.

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