Definitions of peroxide:

  • noun:   an inorganic compound containing the divalent ion -O-O-
  • noun:   a viscous liquid with strong oxidizing properties; a powerful bleaching agent; also used as a disinfectant and (in strong concentrations) as an oxidant in rocket fuels
  • verb:   bleach with peroxide
    Example: "She must peroxide her hair-it looks unnaturally blond"