oxidise definition
Define oxidize. oxidize synonyms, oxidize pronunciation, oxidize translation, English dictionary definition of oxidize. v. oxÂ·iÂ·dized , oxÂ·iÂ·dizÂ·ing , oxÂ·iÂ·dizÂ·es v. tr. 1. To combine with oxygen; make into an oxide. 2. To increase the positive charge or valence of by...