Meaning & Definition of Oxygen in English
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Oxygen
/ɑksəʤən/
noun
1. A nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas
- Constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume
- The most abundant element in the earth's crust
synonym:
- oxygen,
- O,
- atomic number 8
Examples of using
The atmosphere mostly consists of nitrogen and oxygen.
The high percentage of oxygen allows insects to grow to frightful sizes.
The high percentage of oxygen makes humans feel energized and alive.