polarize
1. [ verb ] (physics) cause to vibrate in a definite pattern
Synonyms: polarise
Examples:

"polarize light waves"

Related terms: change physics
2. [ verb ] cause to concentrate about two conflicting or contrasting positions
Synonyms: polarise
Related terms: separate polarization
3. [ verb ] become polarized in a conflict or contrasting situation
Synonyms: polarise
Related terms: separate polarization
Similar spelling:   polarise
  Polaris
  polariscope
  polar_zone
  polar_star