Oxygenating: meaning, definitions and examples
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oxygenating
[ ˌɒksɪˈdʒeɪtɪŋ ]
process of enriching
Oxygenating refers to the process of adding oxygen to a substance, usually a liquid. This term is commonly used in the context of water treatment, where water is enriched with oxygen to promote the growth of aquatic life. Oxygenating can also apply to bodily functions, such as how the lungs oxygenate the blood during respiration. In a broader sense, it involves enhancing the oxygen levels in an environment for various biological processes.
Synonyms
aerating, enriching, saturating.
Examples of usage
- The pond was oxygenating, fostering healthy fish populations.
- Doctors monitor how effectively the lungs are oxygenating the blood.
- She used an oxygenating mask to help with her breathing during the dive.
Translations
Translations of the word "oxygenating" in other languages:
🇵🇹 oxigenando
🇮🇳 ऑक्सीजन देना
🇩🇪 sauerstoffhaltig
🇮🇩 mengoksigenasi
🇺🇦 оксигенування
🇵🇱 utleniający
🇯🇵 酸素を供給する
🇫🇷 oxygénant
🇪🇸 oxigenante
🇹🇷 oksijenleme
🇰🇷 산소화하는
🇸🇦 تأكسج
🇨🇿 okysličující
🇸🇰 okysličujúci
🇨🇳 氧化
🇸🇮 oksigeniranje
🇮🇸 súrefni
🇰🇿 оттекті
🇬🇪 ოქსიგენაციის
🇦🇿 oksigenləşdirən
🇲🇽 oxigenante
Etymology
The word 'oxygenate' is derived from the root 'oxygen', which was first coined in the late 18th century by the French chemist Antoine Lavoisier. The term itself is formed by combining 'oxygen' with the suffix '-ate', which indicates a process or action. Historically, oxygen was recognized as a critical component of combustion and respiration. As scientific understanding evolved, the significance of oxygen in various biological and chemical processes became clear. By the 19th century, the term 'oxygenate' started to gain traction in scientific literature, particularly in studies related to water treatment and environmental science. The concept of oxygenating water, for instance, became crucial during times of ecological concerns, leading to advancements in aquatic biology and conservation methods.