standardize
UK: ˈstændədaɪz | US: ˈstændərdaɪz
vt. To make something conform to a standard; to establish or regulate a uniform system.
vt. To compare or evaluate by a standard.
The word "standardize" combines "standard," derived from Old French estandard (a rallying point or flag), itself from Frankish standhard (literally "stand firm"), with the suffix "-ize," from Greek -izein, indicating "to make or become." The term evolved to mean "to bring into uniformity" by the mid-19th century, reflecting industrialization's need for consistent measurements and practices.
Factories must standardize their production processes to ensure quality.
The committee voted to standardize the grading system across all schools.
New regulations aim to standardize safety protocols in the industry.
The software update will standardize file formats for compatibility.
Scientists work to standardize experimental methods for reproducibility.