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OXIDISES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Oxidises.

Oxidises - as a verb

Add oxygen to or combine with oxygen

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
oxidate15oxidize24
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
deoxidise18

Enter into a combination with oxygen or become converted into an oxide

Example: "This metal oxidizes easily"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
oxidate15oxidize24
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Copper oxidises over time and forms a greenish patina."
"Iron rapidly oxidises when exposed to moisture and air."
"During combustion, sulfur oxidises to form sulfur dioxide."
"When heated, magnesium oxidises and produces a bright flame."
"The metal alloy slowly oxidises in the presence of oxygen."
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Word Game Points

Is OXIDISES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, oxidises is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OXIDISES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is OXIDISES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, oxidises is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OXIDISES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is OXIDISES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, oxidises is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OXIDISES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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