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commercialization

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/kəˌmɜːrʃələˈzeɪʃən/

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/kəˌmɜːʃəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

(commercialize)

making commercial

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
commercializecommercializescommercializedcommercializedcommercializing
Etymology
Etymology Information

'commercialization' originates from the word 'commercial,' which comes from the Latin 'commercium,' meaning 'trade' or 'commerce.'

Historical Evolution

'commercium' transformed into the Old French word 'comercial,' and eventually became the modern English word 'commercial' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'pertaining to trade,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the process of making something commercial.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the process of managing or running something principally for financial gain.

The commercialization of the internet has led to numerous new business opportunities.

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Last updated: 2025/01/15 04:08