oxidize
verb (used with object)
to convert (an element) into an oxide; combine with oxygen.
oxidise
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a variation of
oxidize.
Example Sentences
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"What we found was that the enzymes alone can oxidise plastic, which is the process that takes such a long time in the environment," he told BBC News.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2022
Cassar and his team achieved this breakthrough by enriching cement with titanium oxide minerals, which oxidise with sunlight to break down pollutants before they can bind with the surface and cause discolouration.
From Forbes ● Jun. 16, 2014
Graphite's layers are very close-knit, so acids are used to oxidise the material to graphite oxide, layers of which are more easily separated to form graphene oxide.
From Nature ● Mar. 14, 2012
Ten c.c. of a solution of permanganate of potash is found to oxidise 10 c.c. of an acid solution of ferrous sulphate.
From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Cornelius Beringer
Many of the best Egyptian bronzes offer a surprising resistance to damp, and oxidise with difficulty.
From Manual of Egyptian Archaeology and Guide to the Study of Antiquities in Egypt by G. (Gaston) Maspero
