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domesticate

verb

/dəˈmɛstɪkeɪt/

Meaning

to tame an animal for use by humans; to adapt something for domestic use

Humans domesticated dogs thousands of years ago.

tame, train, cultivate, adapt, subdue

wild, untamed, feral

domesticate animals, domesticate plants, domesticate species

to examine or assess something again; to write a critical evaluation

to copy someone's actions, speech, or behavior

to put into action or motion; to motivate or activate

To express discontent or sorrow over something.

to do something repeatedly to improve skill; to work in a profession

to release from restraint or restriction; to free