Example: The rapid industrialization transformed rural economies into urban centers.
Definition
Industrialization refers to the process by which societies transform from primarily agricultural economies to ones dominated by industry and machine manufacturing. "Industrialization" often involves technological innovation, urbanization, and significant changes in labor and production methods.
Translations
industrialización
industrialisatie
industrialització
industrialisation
Industrialisierung
Etymology
The word "industrialization" originates from the French word 'industrie' meaning 'industry,' combined with the suffix '-ization,' which denotes a process or action. It emerged in the 19th century during the era when many countries experienced rapid growth in industrial activities, marking a major shift in economic and social structures.
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"Industrialization" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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