the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
v. To make literal; to interpret or put in practice according to the strict meaning of the words; -- opposed to spiritualize.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
To render literal; conform or adhere to the letter; interpret or put in practice according to the strict meaning of the words. Also spelled literalise.
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v. make literal
Word Usage
"You are free to literalize it if you like, but unless you arise in consciousness, both you and Christ will remain dead."