oxidization
noun/ˌɑksɪdɪˈzeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #19,892 most common English word
Meaning
the process by which a substance combines with oxygen, often resulting in rust or corrosion.
Example sentence
The rust on the old bridge was caused by oxidization from years of exposure to rain and humidity.
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