militarise
/ˈmɪlɪtəraɪz/
verb
- To equip or organize something (such as a group, area, or activity) for military purposes or in a military style.
- Some critics say the country is trying to militarise its space program.
- They tried to militarise the border region by building new army bases.
- The government decided to militarise the police force to deal with the rising violence.
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