oxidise
/ˈɑːksɪdaɪz/
verb
- To combine with oxygen, or to cause something to combine with oxygen, often resulting in a chemical change.
- The factory uses a special process to oxidise the metal for a protective coating.
- Leaving the car outside will cause the paint to oxidise and fade over time.
- When you cut an apple, the flesh oxidises and turns brown.
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