oxidize
Translation
to oxidise
Examples
Iron will oxidize when exposed to air.
Iron will oxidise when exposed to air.
The cut apple began to oxidize quickly.
The cut apple began to oxidise quickly.
Grammar Patterns
to become combined with oxygen Iron will oxidise when exposed to air.
((sth.)) to cause (sth.) to combine with oxygen The air will oxidise the metal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: corrode, rust, tarnish
Etymology
From 'oxide' plus the verb-forming suffix '-ize'. It means to cause to combine with oxygen.
Memory Tips
'To oxidize' is the action that causes the process of 'oxidation'. Remember it involves 'oxygen'.