Where does “oxic” come from?

oxic (English) comes from Ancient Greek ὀξύς, from Proto-Indo-European h₂eḱ- — sharp.

oxic (English): Sharp; pointy; Containing oxygen

Definitions

Step	Language	Word	Meaning
1	Ancient Greek	ὀξύς	sharp, pointed; sharp, keen; quick, hasty, swift
2	Proto-Indo-European	h₂eḱ-	sharp

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