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