Domesticate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /də-ˈme-sti-ˌkāt/ (verb) /də-ˈme-sti-kət/ (noun) do·mes·ti·cate

Meaning & Definition of Domesticate

Domesticate (verb)

  1. to bring into use in one's own country, to bring into domestic use, adopt
  2. to adapt (an animal or plant) over time from a wild or natural state especially by selective breeding to life in close association with and to the benefit of humans
  3. to cause to become adapted to life in a household, to make fit for domestic life

Domesticate (noun)

  1. a domesticated animal or plant

Domesticate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to change (a wild animal or plant) over time to make it more suited to life with or use by humans

    "Humans domesticated wolves to produce man's best friend."

    similar: condition, master, train, accustom, habilitate, habituate, naturalize, acclimate, acclimatize, adapt, adjust, conform, doctor, edit, fashion, fit, put, shape, suit, tailor, bring up, foster, nurture, raise, rear, crop, cultivate, culture, dress, grow, promote, breed, produce, propagate, plant, sow, use, utilize, conquer, dominate, overpower, pacify, subdue, subject, subjugate, subordinate, vanquish, appropriate, arrogate, take over, usurp, adopt, borrow, embrace, espouse, take on, take up, alter, convert, make over, modify, recast, reclaim, recycle, redesign, redevelop, redo, reengineer, refashion, refigure, refit, refocus, reinvent, rejigger, remake, remodel, revamp, revise, rework, transform

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Domesticate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Domesticate:

condition, master, train, accustom, habilitate, habituate, naturalize, acclimate, acclimatize, adapt, adjust, conform, doctor, edit, fashion, fit, put, shape, suit, tailor, bring up, foster, nurture, raise, rear, crop, cultivate, culture, dress, grow, promote, breed, produce, propagate, plant, sow, use, utilize, conquer, dominate

Word Forms of Domesticate

Inflections: domesticated, domesticating

Origin & Etymology of Domesticate

First known use: circa 1639

Frequently Asked Questions about Domesticate

What does "Domesticate" mean?

"Domesticate" means to bring into use in one's own country, to bring into domestic use, adopt. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to bring into use in one's own country, to bring into domestic use, adopt.

What is another word for "Domesticate"?

Other words for "Domesticate" include condition, master, train, accustom, habilitate, habituate, naturalize and acclimate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Domesticate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Domesticate"?

There are 80 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Domesticate". Common alternatives include condition, master, train, accustom, habilitate, habituate, naturalize, acclimate, acclimatize and adapt.

How do you use "Domesticate" in a sentence?

Examples of "Domesticate" in a sentence: "Humans domesticated wolves to produce man's best friend.".

Is "Domesticate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Domesticate" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Domesticate"?

"Domesticate" is pronounced /də-ˈme-sti-ˌkāt/ as a verb and /də-ˈme-sti-kət/ as a noun and divided into syllables as do·mes·ti·cate.

What is the origin of the word "Domesticate"?

First known use: circa 1639.

What is another word for "Domesticate" meaning "to change (a wild animal or plant) over time to make it more suited to life with or use by humans"?

When "Domesticate" (verb) means to change (a wild animal or plant) over time to make it more suited to life with or use by humans, synonyms include condition, master, train, accustom, habilitate and habituate.