oxidize /ˈɒksɪˌdaɪz/ TEM8 ( oxidizing, oxidized, oxidizes )

BRIT also oxidise

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  V-T/V-I When a substance is oxidized or when it oxidizes, it changes chemically because of the effect of oxygen on it. 氧化

  例：

  If the organic material decays or is oxidized, it will not form petroleum.

  如果有机物腐烂或氧化，它不会形成石油。

  例：

  The original white lead pigments have oxidized and turned black.

  原来白色的铅颜料已经氧化发黑了。