noun
- plural of germanization; the process of making something German in character, language, or culture
Usage: usually historical or cultural context; often refers to linguistic or cultural assimilation policies
Examples
- The germanizations of Eastern European regions during the 19th century had lasting effects on local cultures.
- Historians study the germanizations that occurred in formerly German-speaking territories.
- Language germanizations were promoted through education policies in certain regions.
- The germanizations of place names reflected political changes in the area.