Naturalization
noun
The process by which a foreign person becomes a citizen of a new country.
After five years of residence in the country, she initiated a naturalization process to become a citizen.
Often appears as...
- process of naturalization
- naturalization ceremony
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Technical
noun
The introduction and establishment of a species into a new environment.
The naturalization of the species in the new environment could disrupt existing ecosystems.
Often appears as...
- naturalization of species
- naturalization in a new environment
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Formal
Academic
noun
The process by which a foreign person becomes a citizen of a new country.
After five years of residence in the country, she initiated a naturalization process to become a citizen.
Often appears as...
- process of naturalization
- naturalization ceremony
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
noun
The introduction and establishment of a species into a new environment.
The naturalization of the species in the new environment could disrupt existing ecosystems.
Often appears as...
- naturalization of species
- naturalization in a new environment
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
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Pro Tip 1/3Legal Journey
Naturalization is a multi-step legal journey involving applications, tests, and ceremonies.
He completed his naturalization by taking the oath at the ceremony.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
Naturalization is important for immigrants seeking full participation in their new country's culture.
Naturalization allowed her to vote and fully engage in the country's political life.
Pro Tip 3/3Personal Identity
Naturalization often symbolizes cultural integration and personal commitment to a new national identity.
His naturalization is a proud moment, symbolizing his new American identity.
Compare with
adaptationassimilatecitizenshipdomesticateenfranchiseintegrablelocalizenaturalism
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Samuel Freeman Miller
American Judge
Naturalization is the process by which a citizen, or subject of a foreign nation or kingdom, is made a citizen of the United States. It is evident that the Constitutional Convention thought that it was important that this process should be placed under the exclusive control of the Federal Government and not of the States.
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Tom Tancredo
American Politician
It is not an exaggeration to say that under Obama, the naturalization process - becoming a citizen - no longer requires becoming an American. The real tragedy and the real crime of the Obama plan for accelerated naturalization of millions flows from the redefinition of citizenship as a triumph of multiculturalism.
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Charles A. Beard
American Historian
Foreigners may be admitted to citizenship by naturalization, either collectively or individually. Collective naturalization may occur when a foreign territory and its inhabitants are transferred to the United States.
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Lee Zeldin
American Politician
United States naturalization is a privilege not a right, and those who have had this privilege bestowed upon them must respect and uphold the laws of our land.
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Blake Farenthold
American Politician
Immigration specifically was laid out in the Congress, giving the power of Congress to create a uniform system of naturalization.
Quote examples
Samuel Freeman Miller
American Judge
Naturalization is the process by which a citizen, or subject of a foreign nation or kingdom, is made a citizen of the United States. It is evident that the Constitutional Convention thought that it was important that this process should be placed under the exclusive control of the Federal Government and not of the States.
Quote examples
Tom Tancredo
American Politician
It is not an exaggeration to say that under Obama, the naturalization process - becoming a citizen - no longer requires becoming an American. The real tragedy and the real crime of the Obama plan for accelerated naturalization of millions flows from the redefinition of citizenship as a triumph of multiculturalism.
Quote examples
Charles A. Beard
American Historian
Foreigners may be admitted to citizenship by naturalization, either collectively or individually. Collective naturalization may occur when a foreign territory and its inhabitants are transferred to the United States.
Quote examples
Lee Zeldin
American Politician
United States naturalization is a privilege not a right, and those who have had this privilege bestowed upon them must respect and uphold the laws of our land.
Quote examples
Blake Farenthold
American Politician
Immigration specifically was laid out in the Congress, giving the power of Congress to create a uniform system of naturalization.
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