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harmonize

Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːmənʌɪz/

(also harmonise)
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Definition of harmonize

verb

[with object]
  • 1add notes to (a melody) to produce harmony: we harmonize a scale using only the notes from that particular key
  • [no object] sing or play in harmony.
  • 2 [no object] produce a pleasing visual combination:steeply pitched roofs which harmonize with the form of the main roof
  • 3make consistent or compatible:plans to harmonize the railways of Europe the need to harmonize British practice with the new European standards

Derivatives

harmonization

Pronunciation: /-ˈzeɪʃ(ə)n/

noun

harmonizer

noun

Origin:

late 15th century (in the sense 'sing or play in harmony'): from French harmoniser, from harmonie (see harmony)

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