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equalize

Pronunciation: /ˈiːkwəlʌɪz/

(also equalise)
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Definition of equalize

verb

  • 1 [with object] make the same in quantity, size, or degree throughout a place or group:the purpose is to equalize the workload among tutors
  • make uniform in application or effect:Britain is required to equalize pension rights between men and women
  • 2 [no object] British level the score in a match by scoring a goal:Morgan equalized ten minutes into the second half

Derivatives

equalization

Pronunciation: /-ˈzeɪʃ(ə)n/

noun

Origin:

late 16th century (in the sense 'be equal to'): from equal + -ize, partly suggested by French égaliser

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