Mechanize: meaning, definitions and examples

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mechanize

 

[ ˈmekəˌnīz ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

automate

To make something operate automatically by using machines or computers.

Synonyms

automate, computerize, robotize

Examples of usage

  • He mechanized the production process to increase efficiency.
  • The factory has mechanized most of its operations.
Context #2 | Verb

equip with machinery

To equip with machinery or mechanical devices in order to perform a task.

Synonyms

equip, fit with machines, install machinery

Examples of usage

  • The military mechanized their vehicles for better performance.
  • The farmer mechanized his farm with modern equipment.
Context #3 | Noun

machine-like

To give a machine-like quality to something, making it seem automatic or lacking in individuality.

Synonyms

automatic, mechanical, robotic

Examples of usage

  • The mechanize movements of the dancers mesmerized the audience.
  • Her mechanized speech lacked emotion.

Translations

Translations of the word "mechanize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mecanizar

🇮🇳 यंत्रीकृत करना

🇩🇪 mechanisieren

🇮🇩 memekanisasi

🇺🇦 механізувати

🇵🇱 mechanizować

🇯🇵 機械化する

🇫🇷 mécaniser

🇪🇸 mecanizar

🇹🇷 mekanize etmek

🇰🇷 기계화하다

🇸🇦 يؤلمن

🇨🇿 mechanizovat

🇸🇰 mechanizovať

🇨🇳 机械化

🇸🇮 mehanizirati

🇮🇸 vélvæða

🇰🇿 механикаландыру

🇬🇪 მექანიზაცია

🇦🇿 mexanikləşdirmək

🇲🇽 mecanizar

Etymology

The word 'mechanize' originates from the combination of 'mechanical' and the suffix '-ize', which means 'to make or cause'. It first appeared in the early 19th century, during the Industrial Revolution when the use of machinery and automation became more prevalent in various industries. The term reflects the shift towards mechanization and automation in production processes and daily life.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,810 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.