Definitions

1. noun

a compound that contains oxygen in the form of the peroxide ion (O2-)

“The hairdresser applied hydrogen peroxide to the client’s hair to lighten it.”

2. noun

a solution that contains hydrogen peroxide, used as a disinfectant or bleach

“She used a peroxide solution to clean the kitchen counters.”

3. verb

to treat something with a solution that contains hydrogen peroxide, especially to bleach it

“The manufacturer peroxided the fabric to make it look whiter.”

4. verb

to convert something into a peroxide

“The chemist peroxided the hydrocarbon to produce the desired compound.”