What is another word for oxidise?
Pronunciation: [ˈɒksɪdˌa͡ɪz] (IPA) 
Oxidise is a common term used in chemistry to describe the chemical reaction where an element loses electrons as it reacts with oxygen. There are several synonyms for oxidise that can be used depending on the context of your sentence. These include rust, corrode, tarnish, weather, and decay. Rust is used to describe iron and steel reacting with oxygen to form a reddish-brown coating on the surface. Corrode refers to the process of metal losing strength and integrity as a result of chemical reactions. Tarnish describes the process of metals such as silver or copper reacting with air to form a film that dulls the surface. Weather is used to describe the gradual process of breaking down or deteriorating due to exposure to the elements and decay refers to the natural process of organic matter breaking down over time.
