standardisation
Translation
standardization
Examples
Standardisation of products can reduce costs.
Standardization of products can reduce costs.
The EU aims for standardisation across member states.
The EU aims for standardization across member states.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the process of making things of the same type have the same basic features Standardization of products can reduce costs.
Similar Words
Synonyms: normalization, regulation, systematization
Etymology
From 'standard' + '-ize' (verb-forming suffix) + '-ation' (noun-forming suffix), meaning 'the process of making things standard'.
Memory Tips
The ending '-ization' often refers to a process. This is the process of creating a 'standard'. Note the American spelling with 'z'.