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oxidation

/ˌɑksɪˈdeɪʃ(ə)n/noun4 syllables

Oxidation means: the process of oxidizing; the addition of oxygen to a compound with a loss of electrons; always occurs accompanied by reduction.

Synonyms for oxidation2

noun, as in the process of oxidizing; the addition of oxygen to a compound with a loss of electrons; always occurs accompanied by reduction

oxidization, oxidisation

What does oxidation mean?1

noun

1

the process of oxidizing; the addition of oxygen to a compound with a loss of electrons; always occurs accompanied by reduction

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with oxidation?60

two syllables

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Oxidation in a sentence

  • Green tea undergoes minimal oxidation, preserving its natural green color.Ahha
  • Oolong tea falls between green and black tea, with varying oxidation levels.Ahha
  • Full oxidation gives black tea its deep, robust flavor and dark amber color.Ahha
  • Cut apple slices turn brown due to oxidation.Eccles17
  • Firing or pan-frying tea leaves stops the oxidation process.Ahha
  • Black tea undergoes full oxidation, resulting in a rich, bold flavor and dark amber hue.Ahha
  • Oxidation of fatty acids leads to a decrease in the use of glucose on the periphery.AlanF_US
  • The oxidation and unique yellowing process of this tea type contribute to its distinct taste.Ahha

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Forms of oxidation

as a noun

plural
oxidations