containerize

/kənˌtænjəˈnaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to package (an application or a set of applications) into a single unit, such as a container, that can be easily deployed and managed

“The new framework allows developers to containerize their applications for cloud deployment.”

2. verb

to place (something) in a container

“She containerized the fragile items and wrapped them carefully.”

3. verb

to convert (a program) into a self-contained executable file

“The compiler can containerize the application for distribution.”

4. noun

the act of containerizing something

“The containerization of the software took several hours.”

Synonyms

  • bundle
  • encapsulate
  • package

Antonyms

  • decontainerize
  • unpack