Meaning of the word equalize in English

What does equalize mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

equalize

US /ˈiː.kwə.laɪz/
UK /ˈiː.kwə.laɪz/

Verb

1.

to make equal or uniform

Example:
The government aims to equalize opportunities for all citizens.
We need to equalize the pressure in the two tanks.
2.

to score a goal or point that makes the scores of two teams or competitors equal

Example:
The striker managed to equalize in the last minute of the game.
The team fought hard to equalize after being two goals down.