— modernization , n. — modernizer , n.
/mod"euhr nuyz'/ , v. , modernized, modernizing .
v.t.
1. to make modern; give a new or modern character or appearance to: to modernize one's ideas; to modernize a kitchen.
v.i.
2. to become modern; adopt modern ways, views, etc.
Also, esp. Brit., modernise .
[ 1740-50; MODERN(ISM) + -IZE ]
Syn. 1. renovate, refurbish, update.