definitize

American

[def-uh-ni-tahyz, dih-fin-i-] / ˈdɛf ə nɪˌtaɪz, dɪˈfɪn ɪ- /

especially British, definitise

verb (used with object)

definitized, definitizing

to cause to become definite; crystallize.

Etymology

Origin of definitize

First recorded in 1875–80; definite + -ize

Example Sentences

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“These types of agreements fully support the Department of War’s acquisition transformation strategy, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with the U.S. government to definitize the contract and unleash a renewed era of innovation, accountability and execution across the defense industrial base,” said CEO James Taiclet, according to an AlphaSense transcript of the post-earnings call with analysts.

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