CEFR B1

domesticise

verb

Meaning

To make something or someone accustomed to living in a home or with people, or to adapt something for use in the home or by people.

Examples

  • The cheetah is a magnificent animal, but it is very difficult to domesticise.
  • Many species of birds have been domesticised for their beauty or song.

Synonyms: tame, civilize, accustom, naturalize