Antonyms for oxidization

Grammar : Noun

Spell : ok-si-dey-shuh n

Phonetic Transcription : ɒk sɪˈdeɪ ʃən

Definition of oxidization

Origin : 1791, from French oxidation (1787), coined by G. de Morveau and A. Lavoisier, noun of action from oxider "oxidize," from oxide (see oxide).

As in combustion : noun explosion; on fire

Example sentences :

There is no corrosion, oxidization or other form of deterioration.
Extract from : « The Wonder Book of Knowledge » by Various

Where does this oxidization, or burning up of worn-out cells, take place?
Extract from : « The Recitation » by George Herbert Betts

The luminescence, therefore, is controlled by the respiratory organs and the work produced is an oxidization.
Extract from : « The Glow-Worm and Other Beetles » by Jean Henri Fabre

This last phenomenon is very likely connected with a greater consumption of hmoglobin, the substance being used up by oxidization.
Extract from : « Schenk's Theory: The Determination of Sex » by Samuel Leopold Schenk

These ferments set up an oxidization process which splits up the complex organic compounds which still exist in the leaf cells.
Extract from : « Tobacco Leaves » by W. A. Brennan

All red stamps with cochineal are subject to oxidization from dampness, sulphur fumes, etc.
Extract from : « Harper's Round Table, July 23, 1895 » by Various

Straightway, oxidization works upon the product: the indigo is reformed, insoluble and blue.
Extract from : « The Life of the Fly » by J. Henri Fabre

After this the skins are dried in a mild heat that causes the oxidization of the oil.
Extract from : « Scientific American Supplement, No. 794, March 21, 1891 » by Various

Synonyms for oxidization

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