Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cantonize
verb
/ˈkæntəˌnaɪz/
Definition
To divide a country, territory, or area into cantons or regions.
Examples
- In an effort to improve local governance, the government decided to cantonize the region, creating several administrative units.
- The proposal to cantonize the state is met with mixed reactions from the public and political leaders.
Meaning
Cantonize refers to the act of splitting a larger area into smaller divisions, often for administrative purposes or governance.
Synonyms
- Divide
- Segment
- Partition
- Distribute
