digitize

[ dij-i-tahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, Computers.

, dig·i·tized, dig·i·tiz·ing.

1. to convert (data) to digital form for use in a computer.
2. to convert (analogous physical measurements) to digital form.

digitize

/ ˈdɪdʒɪˌtaɪz /

verb

1. tr to transcribe (data) into a digital form so that it can be directly processed by a computer

digitize

/ dĭj′ĭ-tīz′ /

1. To convert data or signals, such as images, text, or sound, to digital form.
2. See more at A/D converter

Derived Forms

• ˈdigiˌtizer, noun
• ˌdigitiˈzation, noun

Other Words From

• digi·ti·zation noun
• digi·tizer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of digitize¹

First recorded in 1950–55; digit + -ize

Example Sentences

Here’s Johnny, digitized: A searchable database created for Carson’s ‘Tonight Show’

From Los Angeles Times

“The DMV has been on this journey for several years to improve customer service and digitize services, and this is one more step in that process,” Gore said.

From Los Angeles Times

Since the first version of our map was published, Pasadena building officials have made updates to their database, digitizing paper permits and verifying records from building owners.

From Los Angeles Times

Sure, genealogy sites have made researching one’s ancestral history much easier with digitized document archives, family-tree-building software and community forums.

From New York Times

But then there was the task of, "How do we digitize these very old, old reels?"

From Salon

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