oxidation

noun

ox·​i·​da·​tion ˌäk-sə-ˈdā-shən How to pronounce oxidation (audio)
1
: the act or process of oxidizing
2
: the state or result of being oxidized
oxidative adjective
oxidatively adverb

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Waterford Wine & Spirits has a special device to inject argon into bottles to protect the wine from oxidation for two weeks. Jordyn Noennig, jsonline.com, 18 July 2025 As a result, vitamin C may help regulate fat oxidation, or the process by which the body burns fat for energy.7 As an antioxidant, vitamin C can also help reduce stress hormones and inflammation—factors that may also contribute to weight changes.89 5. Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 18 July 2025 These help to slow down the oxidation process and prevent damage by providing a cushion, which keeps your pieces from scratching against a hard surface. Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025 This innovative dry powder formula combines vitamin C and calcium in their most stable state, ensuring your complexion receives maximum brightening benefits without the oxidation concerns of traditional liquid serums. Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for oxidation

Word History

Etymology

French, from oxider, oxyder to oxidize, from oxide

First Known Use

1745, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of oxidation was in 1745

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“Oxidation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oxidation. Accessed 10 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

oxidation

noun
ox·​i·​da·​tion ˌäk-sə-ˈdā-shən How to pronounce oxidation (audio)
1
: the process of oxidizing
2
: the state or result of being oxidized
oxidative adjective

Medical Definition

oxidation

noun
ox·​i·​da·​tion ˌäk-sə-ˈdā-shən How to pronounce oxidation (audio)
1
: the act or process of oxidizing
2
: the state or result of being oxidized

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