verb
- to grant a franchise to; to license a business or brand to operate under a franchisor's name and system
Usage: business/commercial term; often used in passive voice
Examples
- The company decided to francise its successful restaurant concept across the country.
- They francised the brand to multiple entrepreneurs in different regions.
- Once francised, the new owners must follow strict operational guidelines.
- The corporation francised its retail stores to reduce overhead costs.
- Small business owners were excited to be francised by the major corporation.