Anoxic

Pronunciation: /æˈnɒksɪk/

Definitions of anoxic

adjective relating to or characterized by a lack of oxygen

Example Sentences

A1 The fish died in the anoxic water.

A2 Anoxic conditions can be harmful to marine life.

B1 The scientist studied the effects of anoxic environments on plant growth.

B2 The lake became anoxic due to pollution from nearby factories.

C1 Anoxic zones in the ocean are expanding due to climate change.

C2 The research team conducted experiments to better understand anoxic processes in aquatic ecosystems.

Examples of anoxic in a Sentence

formal The patient experienced an anoxic episode due to lack of oxygen to the brain.

informal The fish died because the tank water became anoxic.

slang I felt like I was going to pass out from anoxic conditions in the stuffy room.

figurative Her relationship felt anoxic, devoid of any passion or excitement.

Grammatical Forms of anoxic

• past tense: anoxiced
• plural: anoxics
• comparative: more anoxic
• superlative: most anoxic
• present tense: anoxics
• future tense: will be anoxic
• perfect tense: have been anoxic
• continuous tense: is being anoxic
• singular: anoxic
• positive degree: anoxic
• infinitive: to be anoxic
• gerund: anoxicing
• participle: anoxiced

Origin and Evolution of anoxic

First Known Use: 1901 year

Language of Origin: Greek/Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'anoxic' originated from the combination of the prefix 'an-' meaning without, and the word 'oxygen'.

Evolution of the word: The term 'anoxic' was first used in the early 20th century to describe environments or conditions lacking oxygen. Over time, it has become commonly used in various scientific fields to refer to oxygen-deficient states or areas.