Berlinize

/ˈbɜːrlɪnaɪz/ verb

Definition

To make or cause something to become characteristic of Berlin; to adopt Berlin fashions, manners, or styles.

Etymology

From 'Berlin' plus the verb suffix -ize (meaning to cause to become or to make characteristic of), following standard English word-formation patterns.

Kelly Says

In the 18th century, European nobles would 'berlinize' their courts by buying Berlin carriages and adopting Berlin fashions—it was how cultural influence spread before the internet made it instantaneous.

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