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1. (physics) cause to vibrate in a definite pattern
   "polarize light waves";
   - polarise [Brit]
    
2. Cause to concentrate about two conflicting or contrasting positions
   - polarise [Brit]
    
3. Become polarized in a conflict or contrasting situation
   - polarise [Brit]

Derived forms: polarized, polarizes, polarizing

Type of: alter, change, disunite, divide, modify, part, separate

Encyclopedia: Polarize