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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

oxidize

/ˈɒksɪdaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does oxidize mean?

verb

To cause something to combine with oxygen, especially to cause it to become corroded or discolored. To add oxygen to something, especially to make it burn more easily.

Example

"The metal began to oxidize when it was exposed to the air."

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