Definition of oxidize

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • oxidize is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 24
  • oxidize is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 24
  • oxidize is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 24

Definition of oxidize


  • enter into a combination with oxygen or become converted into an oxide (verb)

    Examples

    1. This metal oxidizes easily

    Synonyms

    1. oxidate
    2. oxidise
  • add oxygen to or combine with oxygen (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. oxidate
    2. oxidise

See definition of oxidize in Merriam Webster