Delimitize

/dɪˈlɪmɪtaɪz/ verb

Definition

To fix, determine, or establish the limits or boundaries of something; an alternate form of delimit with added -ize suffix.

Etymology

From delimit (de- + limit) + -ize (suffix indicating 'to make or become'). A less common variant emphasizing the action of making something delimited; chiefly technical or formal usage.

Kelly Says

Delimitize is a word that exists but almost nobody uses—it's like saying 'delimit-ify' when just 'delimit' works perfectly fine. It's the kind of word that makes language lovers groan a little bit.

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