Civilize: alternatives and connections

To make otherwise; to change in some respect, either partially or wholly; to vary; to modify.

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To alter; to make different; to cause to pass from one state to another; as, to change the position, character, or appearance of a thing; to change t…

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Fine, soft, hairy outgrowth from the skin or surface of animals or plants, not matted and fleecy like wool

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To change somewhat the form or qualities of; to alter somewhat; as, to modify a contrivance adapted to some mechanical purpose; to modify the terms o…

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Of or pertaining to Poland or its inhabitants.

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To reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; to free from impurities; to free from dross or alloy; to separate from extraneous matter; to purify; to…

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To render worthless by admixture; to adulterate; to damage; to pervert; as, to sophisticate wine.

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The act of civilizing, or the state of being civilized; national culture; refinement.

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The act of civilizing, or the state of being civilized; national culture; refinement.

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To bestow attention, care, and labor upon, with a view to valuable returns; to till; to fertilize; as, to cultivate soil.

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To bring /// or guide the powers of, as a child; to develop and cultivate, whether physically, mentally, or morally, but more commonly limited to the…

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A shoal; a multitude; as, a school of fish.

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To draw along; to trail; to drag.

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