oxidation
Translation
oxidation
Examples
Rust is a form of iron oxidation.
Rust is a form of iron oxidation.
Antioxidants can slow the oxidation process.
Antioxidants can slow the oxidation process.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the process of a substance combining with oxygen Rust is a form of iron oxidation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: corrosion, rusting
Etymology
From the verb 'oxidize' plus the suffix '-ation', which denotes a process or state. 'Oxidize' comes from 'oxide'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'oxi-' as being related to 'oxygen'. Oxidation is the process of something reacting with oxygen, like when metal rusts.