computerize

especially British, com·put·er·ise

[kuhm-pyoo-tuh-rahyz]

verb (used with object)

computerized, computerizing 

1. to equip with or automate by computers.

   If you haven't already, now is a great time to computerize your business.

2. to control, perform, produce, process, or store by means of or in a computer or computers.

   I know I have a few chapters written in a notebook, but I never computerized them.

verb (used without object)

computerized, computerizing 

1. to start making use of computers.

   The entire industry is expected to computerize by the end of the year.

computerize

/ kəmˈpjuːtəˌraɪz /

verb

1. (tr) to cause (certain operations) to be performed by a computer, esp as a replacement for human labour

2. (intr) to install a computer

3. (tr) to control or perform (operations within a system) by means of a computer

4. (tr) to process or store (information) by means of or in a computer

Other Word Forms

• computerizable adjective
• computerization noun
• computerized adjective
• uncomputerized adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of computerize¹

First recorded in 1955–60; computer + -ize

Example Sentences

It is a coded composite, a computerized ideal of cinematic beauty.

From Los Angeles Times

Its hours of operation are between 6 a.m. and midnight, except for Tesla drivers who can charge and order through their cars’ computerized consoles at any time.

From Salon

The new system would represent a sea change, allowing law enforcement to request enormous swaths of confidential data in bulk through an automated, computerized process.

From Salon

In the last 15 years, technology improved and digital effects became more affordable, allowing both major studios and lower-budget productions alike to rely on computerized movie magic.

From Los Angeles Times

The development also plans to build an on-site water reclamation plant and use computerized systems to control irrigation based on the weather.

From Los Angeles Times

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