Oxidate (Verb)
Meaning 1
Add oxygen to or combine with oxygen.
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Metal surfaces can oxidate when exposed to air and moisture over time.
- Rust forms on iron when it oxidates in the presence of oxygen and water.
- The apples will oxidate and turn brown if they are not coated with an acidic solution to prevent the reaction.
- Copper pipes can oxidate and develop a greenish-colored patina as they age.
- In the presence of oxygen, the wine will oxidate and eventually lose its flavor and aroma.
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Hypernyms
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Meaning 2
Enter into a combination with oxygen or become converted into an oxide; "This metal oxidizes easily".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Iron begins to oxidate when it comes into contact with air and moisture.
- The metal oxidates quickly in high-temperature environments.
- The oxidate layer that forms on the surface of the alloy helps protect it from further corrosion.
- This reaction causes the material to oxidate and turn a reddish-brown color.
- When the pH of the solution is high, the silver starts to oxidate rapidly.