urbanize Meaning, Definition & Usage
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verb make more industrial or city-like
urbanise.
- The area was urbanized after many people moved in
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verb impart urban habits, ways of life, or responsibilities upon
urbanise.
- Birds are being urbanized by people in outdoor cafes feeding them
WordNet
Ur"ban*ize transitive verb
Definitions
To render urban, or urbane; to refine; to polish. Howell.