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latinize

/ˈlætɪnaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does latinize mean?

verb

to make or give something a Latin form or character, or to make something conform to Latin usage. to give a Latin name or title to something.

Example

"The historian latinized the ancient city's name to make it easier to pronounce for modern readers."

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