oxygen : Idioms & Phrases
liquid oxygen
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noun a bluish translucent magnetic liquid obtained by compressing gaseous oxygen and then cooling it below its boiling point; used as an oxidizer in rocket propellants
LOX.
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oxygen acid
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noun any acid that contains oxygen
oxyacid.
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oxygen debt
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noun a cumulative deficit of oxygen resulting from intense exercise; the deficit must be made up when the body returns to rest
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oxygen deficit
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noun temporary oxygen shortage in cells resulting from strenuous exercise
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oxygen mask
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noun a breathing device that is placed over the mouth and nose; supplies oxygen from an attached storage tank
