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1. (v.t.) quantize
to restrict (a variable quantity) to discrete values rather than to a continuous set of values.
2. quantize
to use quantum mechanics to calculate or express (the behavior of a physical system).
Etymology: (1920–25; quant (um ) + -ize)
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1. (verb) quantize, quantise
approximate (a signal varying continuously in amplitude) by one whose amplitude is restricted to a prescribed set of discrete values
2. (verb) quantize, quantise
apply quantum theory to; restrict the number of possible values of (a quantity) or states of (a physical entity or system) so that certain variables can assume only certain discrete magnitudes that are integral multiples of a common factor
"Quantize gravity"
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