WorldAugust 19, 2026

routinize

ROO-tih-nyze

Definition

To make a practice, behavior, or action a regular, settled, and repetitive procedure.

Etymology

Derived from the French word 'routine,' which originated from the 17th-century word 'route' (a road or way), reflecting the idea of following a beaten path or fixed course of action.

In the news

The article expresses concern that China is using maritime patrols to routinize unlawful enforcement operations, effectively turning irregular interventions into an established, expected pattern of behavior.

As Tokyo and Manila Talk Boundaries, Beijing Breaks Them

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Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative

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