verb
- to make Italian in character, style, or form; to adopt or adapt to Italian customs, language, or culture
Usage: chiefly British spelling; American English typically uses 'italianize'; transitive verb
Examples
- The chef decided to italianise the traditional French recipe by adding fresh basil and tomatoes.
- Over generations, immigrant families began to italianise their surnames to fit in with their new communities.
- The architect sought to italianise the building's design with classical columns and arched windows.
- They italianised the menu to appeal to customers who preferred Mediterranean flavors.
- The composer italianised several folk melodies for the opera.