civilize or civilise /sivˈi-līz/

1. To reclaim from barbarism
2. To instruct in arts and refinements

civilīzˈable or civilīsˈable adjective

civilīzāˈtion or civilīsāˈtion noun

1. The state of being civilized
2. Culture
3. Cultural condition or complex
4. Cities or populated areas as contrasted with uncultivated or sparsely populated parts

civˈilized or civˈilised adjective

1. (having) advanced beyond the primitive savage state
2. Refined in interests and tastes
3. Sophisticated, self-controlled and well-spoken

civˈilīzer or civˈilīser noun

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