Reducing
German
reduzieren, mindern
Definition
any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent
Example
"Local production in the case of urea has helped farmers avoid reducing fertiliser use, which would have meant lower output and higher food prices."
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the act of swimming; :
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