Curatize

/ˈkjʊrətaɪz/ verb

Definition

To appoint or serve as a curator; to organize or manage in the manner of a curator; to curate.

Etymology

From 'curator' + '-ize' (verb suffix). A somewhat rare verb form relating to museum work and curation.

Kelly Says

Museums 'curatize' collections when they organize, catalog, and interpret objects—transforming a random pile of stuff into meaningful story.

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