Definition of: normalize

(nôr′·məl·īz) v.t. ·ized, ·iz·ing
1. To make normal; reduce to a standard or normal state or form.
2. Metall. To heat (steel) above its critical range and hold it at a given temperature for a stated time before allowing it to cool in still air.
—nor′mal·i·za′tion noun
—nor′mal·iz′er noun