reoxidizes

/riˈɑksəˌdaɪzɪz/
verb
  1. Third person singular present of reoxidize: combines with oxygen again after having lost it.
    • When the circuit is closed, the electrode reoxidizes the solution.
    • The catalyst reoxidizes the fuel to release energy.
    • The metal reoxidizes quickly if left in a damp environment.
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