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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