1. converts (text) from a non-Latin writing system into the Latin alphabet
Usage: linguistics; third person singular present
2. makes Roman in character, culture, or customs
Usage: historical; third person singular present

Examples

• The software romanizes Chinese characters for easier reading.
• She romanizes Japanese text using the Hepburn system.
• The app automatically romanizes Korean names.
• The scholar romanizes ancient Greek manuscripts.
• The conquest romanizes the local population over time.
• Roman influence romanizes the architecture of conquered territories.