[pəˈrɒksʌɪd], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a compound containing two oxygen atoms bonded together in its molecule or as the anion O₂ ²?
(e.g: the peptide neutralizes free radicals and peroxides, both of which can prevent cells from operating properly)


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Origin:
early 19th century: from per- + oxide

[pəˈrɒksʌɪd], (Verb)

Definitions:
- bleach (hair) with peroxide
(e.g: she peroxided her wavy brown hair)


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Origin:
early 19th century: from per- + oxide