Definition of "operationalize" []

• To make operational. (verb)
• To define (a concept) in such a way that it can be practically measured. (verb)

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• "I now thought about how we could test the hypothesis experimentally, the scientific term operationalize."
• "Speaking to a gathering of experts, officials and journalists, Judeh said there needs to be an effort to "operationalize" the initiative - to put forward concrete steps toward peace that might require new tactics."
• "Ban Ki-Moon announced his intention to upgrade the Office of Special Advisor on Genocide and to 'operationalize' the September 15th 2005 "Responsibility To Protect" edict."