Associations to the word «Urbanize»

Wiktionary

URBANIZE, verb. To make something more urban in character.
URBANIZE, verb. To take up an urban way of life.

Dictionary definition

URBANIZE, verb. Make more industrial or city-like; "The area was urbanized after many people moved in".
URBANIZE, verb. Impart urban habits, ways of life, or responsibilities upon; "Birds are being urbanized by people in outdoor cafes feeding them".

Wise words

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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.