oxidize
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/ˈɑːksɪdaɪz/
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/ˈɒksɪdaɪz/
to chemically react with oxygen, often leading to rusting or rotting
The iron nails began to oxidize when exposed to air and moisture.
鐵釘暴露在空氣和濕氣中時開始氧化。