with objectTo cause to become like the French; to translate (language) into French. Also: to adapt (something) to suit French style or custom. Occasionally without object.
Origin
Early 17th century; earliest use found in John Deacon (fl. 1585–1616). From French + -ize.
Definition of Frenchize in US English:
Frenchize
(also Frenchise)
verbˈfrɛn(t)ʃʌɪz
with objectTo cause to become like the French; to translate (language) into French. Also: to adapt (something) to suit French style or custom. Occasionally without object.
Origin
Early 17th century; earliest use found in John Deacon (fl. 1585–1616). From French + -ize.