Definitions

1. verb

to make (a person) a citizen of a country, typically by a process of application and examination

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

2. verb

to make (something) a natural or normal part of a system or process

“The new policy aims to naturalize the company’s commitment to sustainability.”

3. verb

to restore (something) to a natural state

“The conservation efforts worked to naturalize the ecosystem after the devastating flood.”

4. noun

a person who has been naturalized as a citizen of a country

“As a naturalized citizen, she was able to vote in the local elections.”

5. noun

the process of making (a person or thing) a natural or normal part of a system or process

“The naturalization of the new technology led to significant improvements in efficiency.”