Recent Examples on the WebThe science behind this unfortunate transformation is a complicated chemical reaction called oxidation.—Ali Francis, Bon Appétit, 12 Mar. 2024 Decorative metal options like copper or brass are pricier and require regular polishing to prevent effects from oxidation.—Samantha S. Thorpe, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2024 Humans who lack the oxidation resistance 1 gene suffer from severe defects in the central nervous system and the brain.—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2024 Other enemies of oxidation include acid and cold, writes McGee.—Antara Sinha, Bon Appétit, 22 Feb. 2024 One such person is the YouTuber Bearded Tesla Guy, who posted a video last week explaining that the rust people have seen on the pickup is actually oxidation and that it can be easily cleaned with household cleaners.—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 22 Feb. 2024 This removes the need to open the container and introduce the product to potential bacteria or the threat of oxidation.—Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2024 Without it, the threads broke down in a month and a half as a result of oxidation, or fell apart after just a single wash cycle.—IEEE Spectrum, 18 Jan. 2024 Experts identified the hole by the brown oxidation seen on its limestone walls as well as the remains of construction materials, including limestone and Roman tiles.—Moira Ritter, Miami Herald, 26 Jan. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
French, from oxider, oxyder to oxidize, from oxide
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