Americanizing

/əˈmɛrɪkənaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Making something adopt American culture, customs, or characteristics; or helping immigrants adopt American ways.

From 'American' (from Amerigo Vespucci) plus '-ize' (to make or become) plus '-ing.' Used since the 1800s to describe cultural assimilation.

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