reducing
- 01 C1 Advanced
adj.describes a substance that causes a specific chemical reaction by giving away electrons.
adj.describes a substance that acts as a reductant in a chemical reaction, typically by donating electrons to another reactant.
Simple“In this experiment, the sugar acts as a reducing agent for the copper solution.”
In context“The chemist identified the specific reducing agent required to facilitate the transformation of the metal ions into their elemental state.”
UsageUsually placed before the noun it modifies, such as 'reducing agent'.
SynonymsAntonymsoxidizing - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.boiling a liquid like a sauce so it becomes thicker and stronger in flavor.
v.the process of thickening and intensifying the flavour of a liquid by boiling it to evaporate water.
Simple“Reducing the sauce for ten minutes will make it much tastier.”
In context“By reducing the balsamic vinegar over low heat, the chef created a thick glaze that complemented the roasted vegetables perfectly.”
SynonymsAntonyms
Usage reducing the amount · reducing reliance · reducing the emissions
“Companies are also racing to extract resources from the moon for what some, including Blue Origin, say will enable lunar development by reducing trips to and from the moon.”
“In response, the EBU changed the rules for 2026, reducing the maximum number of votes to 10.”