Civilianization: meaning, definitions and examples

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civilianization

 

[ sɪˌvɪljəˈneɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

government

The process of transferring government functions from military personnel to civilian employees.

Synonyms

civilian conversion, civilianizing

Examples of usage

  • The civilianization of certain government departments has been a long and ongoing process.
  • Civilianization aims to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness in government operations.
Context #2 | Noun

human resources

The conversion of military positions to civilian roles within an organization.

Synonyms

civilian conversion, military-to-civilian transition

Examples of usage

  • The civilianization of certain military roles has allowed for a more diverse workforce within the company.
  • Civilianization can lead to increased specialization and expertise in specific areas.

Translations

Translations of the word "civilianization" in other languages:

🇵🇹 civilianização

🇮🇳 नागरिकीकरण

🇩🇪 Zivilisierung

🇮🇩 siviliasi

🇺🇦 цивілізація

🇵🇱 cywilizacja

🇯🇵 市民化

🇫🇷 civilisation

🇪🇸 civilización

🇹🇷 sivilleşme

🇰🇷 민간화

🇸🇦 تحضير

🇨🇿 civilizace

🇸🇰 civilizácia

🇨🇳 平民化

🇸🇮 civilizacija

🇮🇸 borgarvæðing

🇰🇿 азаматтықтандыру

🇬🇪 ცივილიზაცია

🇦🇿 mülkiliyət

🇲🇽 civilización

Word origin

The term 'civilianization' originated in the late 20th century with the trend of transferring military functions to civilian personnel in order to streamline operations and increase efficiency. This process has been implemented in various government agencies and organizations worldwide, leading to a more balanced workforce and improved resource allocation.

See also: civil, civilian, civilianizing, civilisation, civility, civilization, civilly, incivility, uncivil, uncivilized.