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1. Made urban in nature; taking on urban characteristics
   "the urbanized Eastern states"
   - urbanised [Brit]

1. Make more industrial or city-like
   "The area was urbanized after many people moved in"
   - urbanise [Brit]
    
2. Impart urban habits, ways of life, or responsibilities upon
   "Birds are being urbanized by people in outdoor cafes feeding them"
   - urbanise [Brit]

See also: urban, urbanization

Type of: alter, change, modify

Encyclopedia: Urbanize