Definitions

1. verb

to make or render martial; to give a military character to

“The city was martialized to prepare for the visit of the head of state.”

2. verb

to make or render warlike

“The politician was accused of trying to martialize the country’s economy.”

3. verb

to give or take on a military rank or title

“The general was martialized and given the highest rank in the army.”

4. noun

the act of giving a military character to something

“The martialization of the city’s security measures was a response to recent threats.”