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Definition of militarization

militarization

/ˌmɪl.ə.tə.rəˈzeɪ.ʃən/
(UK: militarisation)
mil · i · ta · ri · za · tion
Plural:militarizations
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Adjective:militarized
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militarization Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The process by which a society, territory, or institution organizes itself for armed conflict or adopts military equipment, methods, and structures.

Example

"Historians debated how the rapid militarization of European powers in the early twentieth century contributed to diplomatic tensions."

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• Rhymes for militarization

• Nearby Words

militarism
militarist
militaristic
militarization
militarize
military
militia

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century from the verb 'militarize' plus the suffix '-ation', ultimately tracing back to Latin 'militaris' (relating to soldiers or war), from 'miles' (soldier).

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