oxidation

noun

ox·​i·​da·​tion ˌäk-sə-ˈdā-shən 

1

: the act or process of oxidizing

2

: the state or result of being oxidized

oxidative

ˈäk-sə-ˌdā-tiv 

adjective

oxidatively adverb

Examples of oxidation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Flax oil is highly nutritious but also has a low smoke point, which can lead to oxidation and bitterness when heated. —Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 28 Oct. 2024

Caffeine has also been shown to boost fat oxidation (the breakdown of fat in the body).18 Coffee can be consumed around 60 minutes before workouts to help boost performance, energy output, and fat-burning during physical activity. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 23 July 2024

Sunlight causes an oxidation process that breaks down the fragrant elements and dyes of the candle. —Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2024

This is because frying turns PUFA into trans fats and other harmful compounds (such as lipid oxidation products), which aren't good for your health. —Merve Ceylan, Health, 14 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French, from oxider, oxyder to oxidize, from oxide

First Known Use

1745, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing oxidation

• beta-oxidation
• oxidation-reduction
• oxidation state
• re-oxidation

Kids Definition

oxidation

noun

ox·​i·​da·​tion ˌäk-sə-ˈdā-shən 

1

: the process of oxidizing

2

: the state or result of being oxidized

oxidative

ˈäk-sə-ˌdāt-iv 

adjective

Medical Definition

oxidation

noun

ox·​i·​da·​tion ˌäk-sə-ˈdā-shən 

1

: the act or process of oxidizing

2

: the state or result of being oxidized