regionalize

verb

re·​gion·​al·​ize ˈrē-jə-nə-ˌlīz 

ˈrēj-nə-ˌlīz

regionalized; regionalizing

transitive verb

: to divide into regions or administrative districts : arrange regionally

regionalization

ˌrē-jə-nə-lə-ˈzā-shən 

ˌrēj-nə-lə-

noun

Examples of regionalize in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Trade routes are being redrawn, supply chains are being diversified and regionalized, defense spending is rising in most major economies, and technology standards are diverging between Western and Chinese ecosystems. — Jason Kirsch, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Amazon challenged that assumption by proving consumers valued faster delivery enough to justify placing inventory in more locations, before ultimately regionalizing its fulfillment network. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 2 July 2026

This is about perception, momentum and connecting with and regionalizing a fan base. — Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026

The bill is backed by a bipartisan delegation of lawmakers representing towns in the Litchfield Hills, who described the NRRA as part of a broader effort to regionalize public services that has proven popular and cost-effective for residents. — John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for regionalize

• actualize
• antagonize
• apologise
• apologize
• capitalize
• categorize
• characterize
• commercialize
• conceptualize
• contrariwise
• criminalize
• decentralize