africanize
|af-ri-can-ize|
C1
/ˈæfrɪkəˌnaɪz/
making African
Etymology
Etymology Information
'africanize' originates from the word 'Africa,' combined with the suffix '-ize,' which means 'to make or become.'
Historical Evolution
'Africa' transformed into the verb 'africanize' by adding the suffix '-ize,' which is used to form verbs indicating a process or transformation.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make African,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make something more African in character or style.
The company decided to africanize its marketing strategy to appeal to local consumers.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 09:51