| 释义 |
in·di·an·ize
\ˈindēəˌnīz\ transitive verb
(-ed/-ing/-s)
Usage: see -ize, often capitalized
Etymology: indian (II) 1&2 + -ize
1. : to make Indian (as in manner of behavior or in culture or appearance) : cause to have Indian characteristics : adapt to Indian conditions or practices
< contact with Indians gradually indianized some of the settlers >
2. : to cause (as the staff of a government agency) to be made up largely or wholly of Indians |