indigenization

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The act of making something or someone more indigenous; adaptation to native or local culture.
  2. The capability to manufacture a product, or supply a service independently within a country instead of relying on foreign manufactures or suppliers.

Pronunciation

/ɪnˌdɪdʒənʌɪˈzeɪʃ(ə)n/

Word forms

indigenization indigenizations

Etymology

From indigenous + -ization.

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