Meaning of naturalize in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈnætʃ(ə)rəˌlaɪz/

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  1. Verb

    naturalize

    Etymology

    mid 16th century: from French naturaliser, from Old French natural (see natural)

    Definitions

    1. make into a citizen

    Examples

    • « The French family was naturalized last year »

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  2. 2. explain with reference to nature
  3. 3. adopt to another place

    Examples

    • « The stories had become naturalized into an American setting »

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  4. 4. make more natural or lifelike

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  5. 5. adapt (a wild plant or unclaimed land) to the environment

    Examples

    • « domesticate oats »
    • « tame the soil »

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