linearize

verb

lin·​e·​ar·​ize ˈli-nē-ə-ˌrīz How to pronounce linearize (audio)
linearized; linearizing

transitive verb

: to give a linear form to
also : to project in linear form
linearization noun

Examples of linearize in a Sentence

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Logarithms are useful tools for linearizing exponential phenomena, and Bitcoin's price is one example of such a phenomenon. Korok Ray, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024 The new Lightroom CC also largely integrates the features found in Adobe Camera Raw, Adobe's software for converting and linearizing RAW data from digital cameras. Peter Bright, Ars Technica, 18 Oct. 2017

Word History

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of linearize was in 1895

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“Linearize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/linearize. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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