Definitions

1. verb

to make or become more urban; to settle or develop into a city or town

“The government is trying to urbanize the rural areas with new infrastructure.”

2. verb (transitive)

to fit or adapt (something) for urban living or conditions

“The company is working to urbanize their products for the city market.”

3. noun

the process of becoming more urban

“Urbanization has led to increased traffic in the city.”