modernize, modernise

v 1 [Tn] make (sth) suitable for modern needs or habits; bring up to date 使（某事物）现代化: modernize a transport system, a factory, farming methods 使运输系统、 工厂、 耕作方法现代化 * a fully modernized shop 十分现代化的商店. 2 [I] adopt modern ways or views 采用现代方法或观点; 现代化: If the industry doesn't modernize it will not survive. 该制造业若不现代化就不能继续存在.

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