nationalize

UK /ˈnæʃənəlaɪz/ US /ˈnæʃənəlaɪz/
verb 5

Definitions

verb

1

To make into, or to become, a nation.

Probably no Hindu who could make intelligent use of political freedom ever dreams of the present possibility of a nationalized India, […]

2

To bring a private company, or an industry comprising such companies, under the control of a specific government.

Near-synonym: socialize

The government plans to nationalize the energy industry.

3

To bring a concept such as a political issue or commercial campaign to the attention of the entire country.

4

To change from having local and regional variation to being national in character and scope.

5

To make national; to make a nation of; to endow with the character and habits of a nation, or the peculiar sentiments and attachment of citizens of a nation.

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