missionize

[ mish-uh-nahyz ]

verb (used without object)

, mis·sion·ized, mis·sion·iz·ing.

1. to conduct missionary work.

verb (used with object)

, mis·sion·ized, mis·sion·iz·ing.

1. to conduct missionary work in or among.

Word History and Origins

Origin of missionize¹

First recorded in 1820–30; mission + -ize

Example Sentences

This was the last attempt made by the Spaniards to missionize the Yumas.

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