civilize
US /ˈsɪv.əl.aɪz/
UK /ˈsɪv.əl.aɪz/
动词
教化, 使文明
to bring a place or people to a stage of social and cultural development considered to be more advanced
示例:
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The missionaries attempted to civilize the native tribes.
传教士试图教化当地部落。
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Education is often seen as a way to civilize society.
教育常被视为教化社会的一种方式。