regularize meaning and definition

REGULARIZE verb

Definition of regularize (verb)

1. bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations
   • "We cannot regulate the way people dress"; "This town likes to regulate"
   • synonyms: govern, order, regularise, regulate
   • antonym: deregulate
2. make regular or more regular
   • "regularize the heart beat with a pace maker"
   • synonyms: regularise