1. causing or promoting oxidation; able to remove electrons from other substances
Usage: chemistry

1. present participle of oxidize; combining with oxygen or losing electrons in a chemical reaction
Usage: chemistry

Examples

• The metal is oxidizing rapidly in the humid air.
• Iron oxidizes when exposed to moisture and oxygen.
• The oxidizing agent caused the reaction to proceed quickly.
• Bleach is a strong oxidizing chemical.
• The copper pipes are oxidizing and turning green.
• Scientists studied the oxidizing effects of the new compound.
• The oxidizing process can be slowed with protective coatings.