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Christianization

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Chris·tian·ize  (krsch-nz)
tr.v. Chris·tian·ized, Chris·tian·iz·ing, Chris·tian·iz·es
1. To take over or adapt in the name of Christianity: pagan monuments Christianized by early missionaries.
2. To convert to Christianity.
Christian·i·zation (-ch-n-zshn) n.
Christian·izer n.
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Noun1.Christianization - conversion to Christianity
Christianisation
conversion - a change of religion; "his conversion to the Catholic faith"
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