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agriculturize

|ag-ri-cult-ur-ize|

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/ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃəˌraɪz/

convert to agriculture

Etymology
Etymology Information

'agriculturize' originates from the English word 'agriculture,' combined with the suffix '-ize,' which means 'to make or become.'

Historical Evolution

'agriculture' combined with the suffix '-ize' to form 'agriculturize,' indicating the action of making something suitable for agriculture.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to make land suitable for agriculture,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to convert or adapt land or a region for agricultural purposes.

The government plans to agriculturize the barren lands to boost food production.

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Last updated: 2025/06/16 10:43