commercialize
[ kuh-mur-shuh-lahyz ]
/ kəˈmɜr ʃəˌlaɪz /
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verb (used with object), com·mer·cial·ized, com·mer·cial·iz·ing.
to make commercial in character, methods, or spirit.
to emphasize the profitable aspects of, especially at the expense of quality: to commercialize one's artistic talent.
to offer for sale; make available as a commodity.
Nearby words
commercial traveler, commercial traveller, commercial vehicle, commercialism, commerciality, commercialize, commie, comminate, commination, comminatory, commines
Also especially British, com·mer·cial·ise.
Origin of commercialize
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British Dictionary definitions for commercialised
commercialize
commercialise
/ (kəˈmɜːʃəˌlaɪz) /
verb (tr)
to make commercial in aim, methods, or character
to exploit for profit, esp at the expense of quality
Derived Forms
commercialization or commercialisation, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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