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To fit something with a motor.

Example: Most canoe aficionados would argue that motorizing a canoe removes the pleasurable aspects of traveling in one.

To supply something or someone with motor vehicles.

Example: Once Jack decided to motorize his paper delivery route, he found he could reach far more subscribers.

To supply armoured vehicles; to mechanize.

Example: The refit plan recommended that the first battalion be motorized to upgrade their offensive capabilities.

Equipped with a motor.

Example: Some would argue that a moped is little more than a motorized bicycle, but others would disagree.

Supplied with motor vehicles.

Example: Because the medic had been supplied with a jeep, he and his aide were classed as a motorized detachment.