Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cantonization
noun
/ˌkæntənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definition
The process of dividing a state or region into smaller districts or cantons, often for administrative or political purposes.
Examples
- The cantonization of the region aimed to simplify governance.
- In many countries, cantonization has helped to improve local administration.
- The proposal for cantonization was met with mixed reactions from the public.
Meaning
Cantonization refers to the creation of cantons, which are subdivisions within a country, allowing for localized governance and administration.
Synonyms
- division
- regionalization
- segmentation
