Canadianize

[ kuh-ney-dee-uh-nahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, Ca·na·di·an·ized, Ca·na·di·an·iz·ing.

1. to make Canadian in character.

Other Words From

• Ca·nadi·an·i·zation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Canadianize¹

First recorded in 1820–1830; Canadian + -ize

Example Sentences

He said he had been trying to move his group away from “the coronation commemorative plate set” to make it into a group that can “Canadianize” the symbolism of the monarchy and promote its value as head of state.

From New York Times

Among those shifted were a number of ministers identified with efforts to "Canadianize" ownership of industry.

From Time Magazine Archive

Against the day when "disquiet" might be translated into action, some companies are systematically trying to loosen their U.S. corporate ties and to "Canadianize" their management.

From Time Magazine Archive

It is a great thing to Canadianize a race.

From Project Gutenberg