normalisation
UK: ˌnɔːməlaɪˈzeɪʃən | US: ˌnɔːrmələˈzeɪʃən
n. the process of making something conform to a standard or norm
n. (statistics) the adjustment of data to a common scale for comparison
n. (computing) the restructuring of a database to reduce redundancy
The word "normalisation" derives from the Latin root norma (meaning "carpenter’s square" or "rule"), which evolved into normalis ("according to a rule") in Late Latin. The suffix -isation (from French -isation, itself from Latin -izare and Greek -izein) denotes the process of making or transforming. Thus, "normalisation" literally means "the process of making something conform to a rule or standard." The term gained prominence in the 19th century, particularly in statistics and social sciences, reflecting societal efforts to systematize and standardize practices.
The normalisation of diplomatic relations between the two countries took decades.
Data normalisation is essential for accurate statistical analysis.
The database underwent normalisation to eliminate duplicate entries.
The film explores the normalisation of extreme political views in society.
Linguists study the normalisation of dialects into standardized languages.