localize

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   To make local

   To make local; to fix in, or assign to, a definite place.

   • The intent of the aphorism "think globally, act locally" was to spur action by localizing the challenge.
   • Out of her early struggles well inspired To localize heroic acts
2. 2

   To adapt (a product or service) for use in a particular country or region, typically by…

   To adapt (a product or service) for use in a particular country or region, typically by translating text into the language of that country and modifying currencies, date formats, etc.

   • We need to localize our software for the Japanese market.
3. 3

   To adapt translated text to fit a local culture

   To adapt translated text to fit a local culture; to domesticate.

   • the ethical dilemma faced when to localize is to self-censor
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   1. 4

      To be located in or confined to

      To be located in or confined to; to fix upon or sequester in a locality.

      • After a brief systemic phase defeated by the immune system, the infection localized to certain areas where it went dormant.
   2. 5

      To determine where something takes place or is to be found.

      • After exploratory surgery, the extent of the problem was localized to the left lower quadrant.
   3. 6

      To produce (from a ring and an ideal in that ring) the ring of fractions, where the set…

      To produce (from a ring and an ideal in that ring) the ring of fractions, where the set of allowed denominators is the compliment of the given ideal.

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