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Definition of alphabetization

alphabetization

/ˌæl.fə.bɛt.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
(UK: alphabetisation)
al · pha · bet · i · za · tion
Adverb:alphabetically
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Plural:alphabetizations
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Adjective:alphabetical
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alphabetization Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The act or process of arranging words, names, or items in the standard order of the alphabet.

Example

"The librarian oversaw the alphabetization of the newly acquired reference books."

2

The conversion or adaptation of a spoken language or non-alphabetic writing system into an alphabetic script.

Example

"Linguists studied the historical alphabetization of the regional dialect during the twentieth century."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Alphabetization. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/alphabetization
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