næˈtʃərəlaɪz

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become a naturalized citizen or subject of a country

“After living in the country for five years, she decided to naturalise and become a citizen.”

2. verb

to make something natural or to render it conformable to nature

“The process of naturalise the environment helped to restore the balance of the ecosystem.”

3. verb

to make something conform to a standard or norm

“The new policy aimed to naturalise the company’s working hours to a standard 9-to-5 schedule.”

4. verb

to make something seem or appear natural

“The special effects were designed to naturalise the illusion of a dragon flying through the city.”

5. noun

the act of naturalizing

“The process of naturalise is usually straightforward and can be completed in a few months.”

6. noun

the state of being naturalized

“She was in a state of naturalise after receiving her citizenship certificate.”