modernise (v.)

  1. become technologically advanced; Many countries in Asia are now developing at a very fast pace; Viet Nam is modernizing rapidly

    [ Syn: modernize , develop ]

  2. make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to; You should overhaul your car engine; overhaul the health care system

    [ Syn: overhaul , modernize ]

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