nationalize

/ˈnæʃənəlaɪz/verb
University
1

To make into, or to become, a nation.

2

To bring a private company, or an industry comprising such companies, under the control of a specific government.

3

To bring a concept such as a political issue or commercial campaign to the attention of the entire country.

4

To change from having local and regional variation to being national in character and scope.

5

To make national; to make a nation of; to endow with the character and habits of a nation, or the peculiar sentiments and attachment of citizens of a nation.

Thesaurus

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

#archaic#rare