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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

oxygen

/ˈɒksɪdʒən/ noun · British & US
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What does oxygen mean?

noun

A colourless, odourless, tasteless gas that is essential for respiration and is a major component of the Earth's atmosphere.

Example

"The scuba diver breathed in oxygen from her tank to avoid drowning."

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