naturalize

[ nach-er-uh-lahyz, nach-ruh- ]

/ ˈnætʃ ər əˌlaɪz, ˈnætʃ rə- /

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verb (used with object), nat·u·ral·ized, nat·u·ral·iz·ing.

to confer upon (an alien) the rights and privileges of a citizen.

to introduce (organisms) into a region and cause them to flourish as if native.

to introduce or adopt (foreign practices, words, etc.) into a country or into general use: to naturalize a French phrase.

to bring into conformity with nature.

to regard or explain as natural rather than supernatural: to naturalize miracles.

to adapt or accustom to a place or to new surroundings.

verb (used without object), nat·u·ral·ized, nat·u·ral·iz·ing.

to become naturalized.

to adapt as if native to a new environment, set of circumstances, etc.

to study or carry on research in natural history.

Also especially British, nat·u·ral·ise.

Origin of naturalize

First recorded in 1585–95; natural + -ize

OTHER WORDS FROM naturalize

nat·u·ral·i·za·tion, noun nat·u·ral·iz·er, noun un·nat·u·ral·ize, verb (used with object), un·nat·u·ral·ized, un·nat·u·ral·iz·ing.

Words nearby naturalize

naturalism, naturalist, naturalistic, naturalistic fallacy, naturalization, naturalize, naturally, nature, nature conservancy council, nature reserve, nature strip

Example sentences from the Web for naturalization

“Naturalization is not allowed in the same way,” today she said, as it was back then.

Mother Cabrini, Saint of the Green Card |Michael Luongo |November 11, 2014 |DAILY BEAST
In February I was fingerprinted for a criminal-background check, and last week went in for my naturalization interview.

Immigration Laws Have It All Backward |Ilya Shapiro |May 8, 2014 |DAILY BEAST
The right-wing Yisrael Beitenu party has submitted a bill that would require such an oath for naturalization; it hasn't passed.

It's How Badly She Said It |Gershom Gorenberg |February 12, 2013 |DAILY BEAST
According to Ministry of Interior spokeswoman Sabine Hadad, 701 families filed for naturalization under the 2010 criteria.

Israel's Forgotten Deportees |Mya Guarnieri |July 3, 2012 |DAILY BEAST

Yet no state is sovereign over matters like immigration and naturalization, which the Constitution entrusts to Congress.

What the Supreme Court’s Arizona Ruling Means for Immigration and Health Care |Adam Winkler |June 25, 2012 |DAILY BEAST
Congress has power "to establish a uniform rule of naturalization."

Report of the Decision of the Supreme Court of the United States, and the Opinions of the Judges Thereof, in the Case of Dred Scott versus John F.A. Sandford |Benjamin C. Howard
Of the latter category 68.2% were already citizens by naturalization.

Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 1 |Various
Such a right is opposed to the acts of Congress on the subject of naturalization, and subversive of the Federal powers.

Report of the Decision of the Supreme Court of the United States, and the Opinions of the Judges Thereof, in the Case of Dred Scott versus John F.A. Sandford |Benjamin C. Howard
To establish a uniform rule of naturalization and uniform laws on the subject of bankruptcies throughout the Confederacy.

The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Vol. 1 (of 2) |Jefferson Davis
As, therefore, there should be one uniform rule, the power of naturalization is properly given to congress.

The Government Class Book |Andrew W. Young

British Dictionary definitions for naturalization

naturalize

naturalise

/ (ˈnætʃrəˌlaɪz, -tʃərə-) /

verb

(tr) to give citizenship to (a person of foreign birth)

to be or cause to be adopted in another place, as a word, custom, etc

(tr) to introduce (a plant or animal from another region) and cause it to adapt to local conditions

(intr) (of a plant or animal) to adapt successfully to a foreign environment and spread there

(tr) to explain (something unusual) with reference to nature, excluding the supernatural

(tr) to make natural or more lifelike

Derived forms of naturalize

naturalization or naturalisation, noun

Scientific definitions for naturalization

naturalize

[ năch′ər-ə-līz′ ]

To establish a nonnative species in a region where it is able to reproduce successfully and live alongside native species in the wild. Naturalized species may be introduced intentionally or unintentionally. Eucalyptus trees are native to Australia but have become naturalized in many other parts of the world.

Cultural definitions for naturalization

naturalization

The process by which a foreign citizen becomes a citizen of a new country. Millions of immigrants to the United States have become American citizens. Requirements for naturalization in the United States include residency for several years, ability to communicate in English, demonstrated knowledge of American history and government, and a dedication to American values that includes no membership in subversive organizations, such as the Communist party.

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naturalize

verb (used with object), nat·u·ral·ized, nat·u·ral·iz·ing.

verb (used without object), nat·u·ral·ized, nat·u·ral·iz·ing.

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naturalise

verb

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naturalize

verb (used with object), nat·u·ral·ized, nat·u·ral·iz·ing.

verb (used without object), nat·u·ral·ized, nat·u·ral·iz·ing.

Origin of naturalize

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naturalise

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