verb
- making something conform to Latin characteristics, especially in language, style, or customs
Usage: present participle of latinize
Examples
- The scholar was latinizing the ancient Greek text for easier study.
- Medieval writers often practiced latinizing their native language terms.
- The church played a role in latinizing European culture during the Middle Ages.
- He spent years latinizing botanical names for the new species.
- The process of latinizing helped standardize scientific terminology.
- Missionaries were latinizing local religious practices in the colonies.