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prussianize

[ pruhsh-uh-nahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, (sometimes initial capital letter)
, prus·sian·ized, prus·sian·iz·ing.
  1. to make Prussian, as in character, method, organization, etc.

Prussianize

/ ˈprʌʃəˌnaɪz /

verb

  1. tr to make Prussian in character, esp with respect to military matters

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Derived Forms

  • ˌPrussianiˈzation, noun

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Other Words From

  • prussian·i·zation noun
  • prussian·izer noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of prussianize1

First recorded in 1860–65; Prussian + -ize

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Example Sentences

They fought to oppose the ambition of the German rulers to Prussianize the whole of Europe.

He wanted to Prussianize this great peaceful republic by introducing universal obligatory military service.

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