oxidation

noun

ox·​i·​da·​tion ˌäk-sə-ˈdā-shən How to pronounce oxidation (audio)
1
: the act or process of oxidizing
2
: the state or result of being oxidized
oxidative adjective
oxidatively adverb

Examples of oxidation in a Sentence

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Oolong Tea Some research shows that drinking oolong tea for two weeks accelerated fat oxidation, which is how the body breaks down fatty acids for energy production.18 Another study found that oolong tea consumption may also support weight loss by lowering blood sugar and insulin levels.19 7. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 16 May 2025 BCAAs play a role in oxidation, protein building, and metabolism.5 BCAAs are believed to improve muscle damage, fatigue, soreness, energy, and overall workout performance.36 Foods that naturally have BCAAs include dairy, meat products, nuts, and seeds. Health, 12 May 2025 Believe it or not, black, green, white, and oolong teas all start from the same humble Camellia sinensis plant; variations in oxidation, roasting, and drying take them in different directions for appearance and flavor. Oset Babür-Winter, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2025 This bottle however helps deliver a more stabilized serum thanks to a dropper that delays the oxidation. Rosa Jisoo Pyo, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for oxidation

Word History

Etymology

French, from oxider, oxyder to oxidize, from oxide

First Known Use

1745, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of oxidation was in 1745

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“Oxidation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oxidation. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

oxidation

noun
ox·​i·​da·​tion ˌäk-sə-ˈdā-shən How to pronounce oxidation (audio)
1
: the process of oxidizing
2
: the state or result of being oxidized
oxidative adjective

Medical Definition

oxidation

noun
ox·​i·​da·​tion ˌäk-sə-ˈdā-shən How to pronounce oxidation (audio)
1
: the act or process of oxidizing
2
: the state or result of being oxidized

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