naturalize
verb (used with object)
to confer upon (an alien) the rights and privileges of a citizen.
has naturalized
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present perfectof naturalize (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Though American no longer imports British words, in its time it has naturalized many a foreign term, from Indian down.
From Time Magazine Archive
The skill of man has increased and improved the breed, and has naturalized the animal in moist and temperate climates.
From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by George Dadd
Switzerland, shut out from equal competition with other nations by her inland, elevated, scarcely accessible position, has naturalized Manufactures on her soil, and they are steadily extending.
From Glances at Europe In a Series of Letters from Great Britain, France, Italy, Switzerland, &c. During the Summer of 1851. by Horace Greeley
He was unknown to the Maoris until the coming of the Pakeha; but he has naturalized himself most thoroughly now.
From Brighter Britain! (Volume 1 of 2) or Settler and Maori in Northern New Zealand by William Delisle Hay
