Definitions

1. verb

to remove or cause to be removed oxygen from a substance, especially a metal, in order to prevent oxidation or improve its properties

“The manufacturer had to deoxidise the copper alloy to prevent it from tarnishing.”

2. verb

to remove oxygen from a substance in order to create a vacuum

“The technician deoxidised the chamber to achieve a high vacuum level for the experiment.”

3. verb

to remove oxygen from a substance in order to create a reducing atmosphere

“The artist deoxidised the metal to create a reducing atmosphere for the welding process.”

4. noun

the process of removing oxygen from a substance

“The deoxidisation process is crucial in maintaining the purity of the alloy.”