Meaning of the word industrialize in English

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

industrialize

US /ɪnˈdʌs.tri.ə.laɪz/
UK /ɪnˈdʌs.tri.ə.laɪz/

Verb

to develop industry:

Example:
It was the first country to industrialize.