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Industrialization

Definition: The process of developing industries on a large scale in a particular area or country, typically involving the transformation from an agrarian-based society to one based on manufacturing and industrial production.

Example Sentences:

1. Industrialization in the 19th century transformed numerous rural areas into bustling industrial centers.
2. The rapid industrialization of China has contributed to its economic growth in recent years.
3. Industrialization brought about significant changes in the workforce, as people migrated from rural areas to work in factories and mines.
4. The harmful effects of pollution on the environment became apparent during the period of industrialization.
5. He studied the social effects of industrialization and its impact on urbanization.

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