Meanings
present singular third person machinizes · participle present machinizing · participle past machinized · past machinized
- To systematize; to create a well-defined process for.
Consecrated effort to machinize humanity, to do its directing and thinking, is as old as time itself.
1920, Steam Shovel and Dredge - Volume 28, page 1511 more example
With the utmost respect for the findings of the committee, the Journal wonders if it is best to machinize all philanthropic impulse.
1930, The Portland City Club Bulletin - Volumes 11-12 - To mechanize; to change so that (something) is done by machines.
Thus, some premises have been made to "machinize" the process of investigation, i.e., to computerize it, thus increasing the efficiency of investigation.
1992, Mokslas Ir Lietuva, page 1021 more example
The Utility Stores Corporation with a provision of Rs 83.74 million plans to expand and machinize its net work of utility stores and warehouses through out the country.
1993, Pakistan. Planning Commission, Detailed Annual Plan
Origin
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