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English word origin

Etymology of oxy

From ox + -y.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
adj

Pertaining to an ox; ox-like.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

From ox + -y.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
adj

Containing one or more oxygen atoms.

noun

The bivalent R-O-R functional group found in ethers.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

From combining form oxy-.

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Source etymology 3

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noun

Clipping of oxyacetylene, a mixture of oxygen and acetylene used for cutting and welding metals. · Clipping of oxycodone, an opioid similar to heroin. · Clipping of oxygen.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clippings.

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