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monopolize
verb mo·nop·o·lize \mə-ˈnä-pə-ˌlīz\
: to take over and control (something or someone) completely : to use (something) in a way that prevents others from using it
mo·nop·o·lizedmo·nop·o·liz·ing
Full Definition of MONOPOLIZE
transitive verb
: to get a monopoly of : assume complete possession or control of <monopolize a conversation>
— mo·nop·o·li·za·tion \-ˌnä-pə-lə-ˈzā-shən\ noun
— mo·nop·o·liz·er \-ˈnä-pə-ˌlī-zər\ noun
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First Known Use of MONOPOLIZE
1611
Related to MONOPOLIZE
- Synonyms
- sew up
MONOPOLIZE Defined for Kids
monopolize
verb mo·nop·o·lize \mə-ˈnä-pə-ˌlīz\
mo·nop·o·lizedmo·nop·o·liz·ing
Definition of MONOPOLIZE for Kids
: to get or have complete control over <My sister monopolized the conversation.>
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