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Christianization

[kris-chuh-nahyz]

verb (used with object), -ized, -iz·ing.

to make Christian.

to imbue with Christian principles.

Also, especially British, Chris·tian·ise.

Origin:
1585–95; Christian + -ize

Related forms

Chris·tian·i·za·tion, noun

Chris·tian·iz·er, noun

de-Chris·tian·ize, verb, -ized, -iz·ing.

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Christianize or Christianise (ˈkrɪstʃəˌnaɪz)

—vb
1.	to make Christian or convert to Christianity
2.	to imbue with Christian principles, spirit, or outlook

Christianise or Christianise

—vb

Christiani'zation or Christianise

—n

Christiani'sation or Christianise

—n

'Christianizer or Christianise

—n

'Christianiser or Christianise

—n

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