How to Pronounce "oxide"
word
ˈɑkˌsaɪd
AHK-syd
ˈɒksaɪd
OKS-yd
Definition
A compound that contains oxygen combined with another element, usually formed when something reacts with oxygen.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑkˌsaɪd
British English
ˈɒksaɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHK-syd
UK
OKS-yd
Listen in Context
Rust is a type of oxide that forms on iron.
Water can help prevent oxide from forming on some metals.
Copper oxide is used in some batteries.
After being outside for months, the metal pipe was covered with a layer of oxide.