arabicized
|a-ra-bic-ized|
/əˈræbɪsaɪz/
(arabicize)
make or render Arabic
Etymology
'arabicize' originates from Modern English formation combining the adjective 'Arabic' and the verbal suffix '-ize' (from Greek '-izein' via Latin/French), where the suffix meant 'to make or render'.
'Arabic' itself comes from Medieval Latin 'Arabicus' and Old French 'arabique', which in turn ultimately refer to the Arabic word 'عرب' (ʻarab), meaning 'Arab'. The verbal form 'arabicize' developed in English by adding the productive suffix '-ize' to 'Arabic'.
Initially it referred specifically to rendering text or names into the Arabic language; over time it broadened to include making things Arabic in style or character as well.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process or result of making something Arabic (often listed as 'arabicization').
The arabicization of signage helped visitors find services in their native tongue.
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Verb 1
to make Arabic in language, character, or form; to translate or adapt into Arabic.
Many local place names were arabicized during the 19th century.
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Last updated: 2025/12/31 21:29