homologize

[ huh-mol-uh-jahyz, hoh- ]

verb (used with object)

, ho·mol·o·gized, ho·mol·o·giz·ing.

1. to make or show to be homologous.

verb (used without object)

, ho·mol·o·gized, ho·mol·o·giz·ing.

1. to be homologous; correspond.

homologize

/ hɒˈmɒləˌdʒaɪz /

verb

1. to be, show to be, or make homologous

Derived Forms

• hoˈmoloˌgizer, noun

Other Words From

• ho·molo·gizer noun
• unho·molo·gized adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of homologize¹

First recorded in 1710–20; homolog(ous) + -ize

Example Sentences

More than a year ago, FIL told Sochi officials that they would not homologize, or certify, that track if it was built to allow speed exceeding 84 mph.

From New York Times

To homologize it with physical force, as M. Naudin's argument requires, is indeed a step, and a hardy one; but it quite invalidates the argument.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• accommodate
• adapt
• blend in
• homogenize