adjective as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:Water, H2O, is a compound of hydrogen and an oxidic element, oxygen.

Definition:A compound containing oxygen and one or more other elements, e.g., iron oxide is rust.

From oxide

Example:The metal rusting is a classic example of oxidation.

Definition:A chemical reaction in which a substance combines with oxygen, often involving the loss of hydrogen or the gain of oxygen, leading to the formation of an oxide or an oxide compound.

From oxidation

Example:Bleach is an oxidizing agent used to whiten fabrics.

Definition:Acting as an oxidant or causing oxidation; having the ability to donate oxygen to a substance.

From oxidizing