industrialize
|in-dus-tri-al-ize|
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/ɪnˈdʌstriəˌlaɪz/
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/ɪnˈdʌstriəlaɪz/
underwent industrialization
Etymology
Etymology Information
'industrialize' originates from the word 'industry,' which comes from Latin 'industria,' meaning 'diligence' or 'activity.'
Historical Evolution
'industry' evolved from the Old French word 'industrie,' which was derived from Latin 'industria.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'diligence or activity,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'developing industries.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to develop industries in a country or region on a wide scale.
The government plans to industrialize the rural areas to boost the economy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45