as in automation
the process of putting an apparatus, operation, or system under the control or regulation of mechanical or electronic devices
a huge volume of mail that became possible only after the mechanization of the sorting process
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Recent Examples of mechanization
One of the risks of the modern executive environment is over-mechanization.
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Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
This collection presents 208 artworks made during a period defined by evolutions in science, philosophy and mechanization.
—Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 15 May 2026
During the interwar years, several tacticians and historians became advocates for the new style of fighting that emphasized mobility, mechanization, and cohesive operations.
—Matthew S Williams, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
Prior to widespread mechanization, textiles were expensive due to the cost of materials and skilled labor needed to produce fabric, and they were often sourced abroad.
—Emily J. Whitted, The Conversation, 29 Apr. 2026
Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, Democrats from Georgia, and Ashley Moody and Rick Scott, Republicans from Florida, said Thursday that the Land Grant Research Prioritization Act of 2026 would boost R&D for advanced agricultural innovations, including mechanization.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 27 Mar. 2026
Cabernet sauvignon is planted across the PATRIMONY estate, much of it too steep and densely planted for mechanization.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
Low levels of mechanization in the region are a reason why farm productivity and profitability are low, experts say.
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
The institution is a cultural first responder that documents the effects of materialism, conformity, and mechanization.
—Gioia Woods, Literary Hub, 6 Feb. 2026
Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
This collection presents 208 artworks made during a period defined by evolutions in science, philosophy and mechanization.
—Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 15 May 2026
During the interwar years, several tacticians and historians became advocates for the new style of fighting that emphasized mobility, mechanization, and cohesive operations.
—Matthew S Williams, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
Prior to widespread mechanization, textiles were expensive due to the cost of materials and skilled labor needed to produce fabric, and they were often sourced abroad.
—Emily J. Whitted, The Conversation, 29 Apr. 2026
Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, Democrats from Georgia, and Ashley Moody and Rick Scott, Republicans from Florida, said Thursday that the Land Grant Research Prioritization Act of 2026 would boost R&D for advanced agricultural innovations, including mechanization.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 27 Mar. 2026
Cabernet sauvignon is planted across the PATRIMONY estate, much of it too steep and densely planted for mechanization.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
Low levels of mechanization in the region are a reason why farm productivity and profitability are low, experts say.
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
The institution is a cultural first responder that documents the effects of materialism, conformity, and mechanization.
—Gioia Woods, Literary Hub, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mechanization
automation
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Young workers have adapted to instability, ambiguity, automation, debt and institutional indifference for years now.—
Jennie Glazer,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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On the one hand, AI and automation have already been steadily changing parts of jobs and, in some cases, entire positions.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Mechanization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mechanization. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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