Motorization
/ˌmoʊtərɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process or act of equipping a system, entity, or region with motor vehicles or motor-powered equipment, often with legal implications regarding regulation, liability, or ownership.
The motorization of rural areas raised new questions about traffic laws and liability.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, motorization often relates to regulatory frameworks governing vehicles, including registration and liability, rather than the mere act of mechanization.
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