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oxidized

/ˈɒksɪdaɪzd/ verb · British & US
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What does oxidized mean?

verb

past tense of oxidize, to cause a substance to combine with oxygen, often resulting in a change of color or texture.

Example

"The artist used a technique to oxidize the metal, giving it a beautiful patina."

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