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Definition of: urbanize
(ûr′bən·īz) v.t. ·ized, ·iz·ing
1. To cause (an area) to assume the characteristics of a city: to urbanize a suburb.
2. To cause (people) to adopt an urban life style. Also Brit. ur′ban·ise.
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