What is the meaning of modernize?

verb

  • Make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to.
    • usage: "You should overhaul your car engine"; "overhaul the health care system"
  • Become technologically advanced.
    • usage: "Many countries in Asia are now developing at a very fast pace"; "Viet Nam is modernizing rapidly"
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