localize
Translation
to localise, to confine, to adapt
Examples
We need to localize the problem to one department.
We need to localise the problem to one department.
The company will localize its products for the Asian market.
The company will localise its products for the Asian market.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to restrict (sth.) to a particular place We need to localise the problem.
((sth.)) ((for sth.)) to adapt (a product) for a specific country or region They will localise the software for the Japanese market.
Similar Words
Synonyms: confine, restrict, adapt
Etymology
From 'local' + '-ize' (a verb-forming suffix). It literally means 'to make local'.
Memory Tips
Think of making something 'local' – either by confining it to a local area or adapting it for local people.