SKIP TO CONTENT

oxidative

Definitions of oxidative
  1. adjective
    taking place in the presence of oxygen
    oxidative glycolysis”
    oxidative rancidity”
    synonyms:
    aerobic, aerophilic, aerophilous
    depending on free oxygen or air
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘oxidative'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family