verb
- making French in character, style, or language; adopting or adapting French customs, speech, or culture
Usage: present participle of 'francize'; also spelled 'Francizing' when referring to the French language or culture specifically
Examples
- The aristocracy was francizing their speech and manners during the 18th century.
- By francizing the menu, the restaurant attracted a more upscale clientele.
- The influence of francizing European courts spread throughout the continent.
- She was gradually francizing her wardrobe with Parisian fashions.
- The process of francizing local customs took several generations to complete.