deoxidize | (v) to remove oxygen from a compound, or cause to react with hydrogen or form a hydride, or to undergo an increase in the number of electrons, Syn. deoxidise, reduce, Ant. oxidize, oxidise |
Deoxidize | v. t. (Chem.) To deprive of oxygen; to reduce from the state of an oxide. [ 1913 Webster ] |
Deoxidizer | n. (Chem.) That which removes oxygen; hence, a reducing agent; |