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Normalization

/ˌnɔːr.mə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    The process of making something normal or standard.

    "The normalization of relations between the two countries was a significant diplomatic achievement."
  2. 2

    In statistics, the adjustment of values measured on different scales to a common scale.

    "Normalization of the data allowed for a more accurate comparison of the results."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'normalization' originates from the Latin word 'norma', meaning 'a standard or pattern'. It evolved through the French 'normalisation' in the 19th century, reflecting the process of making something conform to a standard.

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