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1. (v.t.) monopolize
to acquire, have, or exercise a monopoly of.
2. monopolize
to obtain exclusive possession of.
Etymology: (1605–15)
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| Definition of 'monopolize' |
Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (verb) monopolize, monopolise
have and control fully and exclusively
"He monopolizes the laser printer"
2. (verb) monopolize, monopolise
have or exploit a monopoly of
"OPEC wants to monopolize oil"
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| Definition of 'monopolize' |
Webster Dictionary |
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1. (verb) monopolize
to acquire a monopoly of; to have or get the exclusive privilege or means of dealing in, or the exclusive possession of; to engross the whole of; as, to monopolize the coffee trade; to monopolize land
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