English

customize

ˈkʌstəˌmaɪz, ˈkʌs.tə.maɪz, ˈkʌst.ə.maɪ̯z
Meaning: to modify something to suit a particular individual or task
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ˈkʌs.tə.maɪz, ˈkʌst.ə.maɪ̯z

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base customize
3rd person singular present customizes
Present participle customizing
Past customized
Will future will customize
Going-to future going to customize
Imperative negative don't customize / do not customize

Example sentences

Users can customize the software interface to match their personal preferences.
Users can customize the software interface to match their personal preferences.
He spent years customizing his vintage lowrider.
He spent years customizing his vintage lowrider.

Usage Notes

Common in technology to describe changing settings or appearances. Can also refer to tailor-made goods.

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