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industrialize (v.)

1852, from industrial + -ize. Probably modeled on French industrialiser (1842). Related: Industrialized; industrializing.

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Definitions of industrialize from WordNet

industrialize (v.)
organize (the production of something) into an industry;
The Chinese industrialized textile production
Synonyms: industrialise
industrialize (v.)
develop industry; become industrial;
The nations of South East Asia will quickly industrialize and catch up with the West
Synonyms: industrialise
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