oxide
/ˈɒksaɪd/ · /ˈɑːksaɪd/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #5949 in the learning path
氧化物
Definitions
n. A compound consisting of oxygen and another chemical element.
氧化物
Example
This sunscreen contains zinc oxide to protect your skin.
这款防晒霜含有氧化锌，可以保护皮肤。
Nitrogen oxides released by vehicle engines contribute to air pollution and can damage human health.
汽车发动机排放的氮氧化物会造成空气污染，并可能损害人体健康。
Collocations
- zinc oxide
- iron oxide
- nitrogen oxides
Word family
- oxidise (v.)
- oxidation (n.)
Usage tip
oxide为氧化物统称，dioxide指二氧化物。
FAQ
- What does oxide mean?
- A compound consisting of oxygen and another chemical element.
- How is oxide pronounced?
- UK /ˈɒksaɪd/, US /ˈɑːksaɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
