Mechanization

usgb/ˌmekənəˈzeɪʃn/
noun

The process of using machines to do work that was previously done by hand.

The mechanization of farming has greatly increased crop production.
Visual representation of "mechanization" - The process of using machines to do work that was previously done by hand.

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  • mechanization of industry
  • mechanization of agriculture
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Historical Influence

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History books describe the mechanization of textile production as a turning point.
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Economic Impact

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Countries that embraced mechanization became industrial powerhouses.
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Workforce Shifts

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With mechanization, farmers shifted from manual plowing to machine operations.
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