1. the process of making something linear or arranging it in a straight line or sequence
2. the mathematical process of approximating a nonlinear function with a linear function
Usage: mathematics
3. the conversion of a hierarchical or complex structure into a sequential format
Usage: computing; linguistics

Examples

• The linearization of the complex data structure made it easier to process.
• Engineers used linearization to simplify the nonlinear control system.
• The linearization of the tree structure allowed for efficient storage.
• Mathematical linearization helps approximate curved functions with straight lines.
• The compiler performed linearization to convert the nested code into sequential instructions.
• Linearization of the workflow improved the manufacturing process efficiency.