externalisation

/ɪkˌstɜːrnəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of expressing or revealing inner thoughts, feelings, or ideas outwardly.
    • Art can be a powerful form of externalisation of one's emotions.
    • Her speech was an externalisation of years of careful thinking.
    • The therapist encouraged the externalisation of his fears through journaling.
  2. In business, the practice of moving operations or services to outside providers or foreign countries.
    • The company's externalisation of its customer service led to cost savings.
    • Critics argue that externalisation can harm local job markets.
    • Externalisation of manufacturing to other countries is a common global trend.
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