Citizenizing

/ˈsɪtɪzənaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle of citizenize; the ongoing process of making someone a citizen or granting them citizenship.

Etymology

Present participle of 'citizenize,' formed with '-ing' suffix; describes the continuous action of conferring or obtaining citizenship status.

Kelly Says

The gerund form emphasizes that citizenship is a process, not an instant—it can take years, involve bureaucracy, oaths, and waiting, which is why we need a word for the continuous action.

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