homogenization

noun

ho·​mog·​e·​ni·​za·​tion hō-ˌmä-jə-nə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce homogenization (audio)
hə-
1
: the act or process of homogenizing
2
: the quality or state of being homogenized

Examples of homogenization in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This phenomenon of industry homogenization has happened even as, paradoxically, audience listening tastes are becoming more and more niche. Aja Romano, Vox, 10 May 2024 Indeed, the Peace of Westphalia was largely about the better management of confessional coexistence, not at all the result of an emerging homogenization. Michael Axworthy, Foreign Affairs, 22 Dec. 2016 Some critics argue this homogenization dilutes the uniqueness of individual brands. John Hall, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2024 This homogenization is not only in crop types, but in ideas, leadership, and the flow of capital. Danielle Nierenberg, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2023 See all Example Sentences for homogenization 

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Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of homogenization was in 1908

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“Homogenization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homogenization. Accessed 2 Jul. 2024.

Medical Definition

homogenization

noun
ho·​mog·​e·​ni·​za·​tion
variants also British homogenisation
1
: the quality or state of being homogenized
2
: the act or process of homogenizing

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