modernize verb
also British modernise /ˈmɑːdɚˌnaɪz/ modernizes; modernized; modernizing
also British modernise /ˈmɑːdɚˌnaɪz/ modernizes; modernized; modernizing
Learner's definition of MODERNIZE
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[+ object] : to make (something) modern and more suited to present styles or needs使…现代化 -
We're modernizing our kitchen with a new oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher.我们为厨房添加了新的烤箱、冰箱和洗碗机，让它变得更为现代化。
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The country recently announced plans to begin modernizing its army.那个国家最近宣布了启动军队现代化的计划。
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The school needs a building with modernized classrooms.那个学校需要一座有现代化教室的教学楼。
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[no object] : to become modern : to begin using the newest information, methods, or technology变得现代化 — modernization
also British modernisation /ˌmɑːdɚnəˈzeɪʃən/ Brit /ˌmɒdəˌnaɪˈzeɪʃən/ noun [noncount]