Meaning & use

globalization

noun·Academic

The process by which businesses, cultures, and economies become increasingly interconnected across the world.

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Globalization allowed the small coffee company to sell its beans in dozens of countries.

Critics argue that globalization has widened the gap between rich and poor nations.

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Often paired with words like 'trade,' 'culture,' or 'economic' to specify which aspect of global interconnection is meant.

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