monetization

== English == === Alternative forms === monetisation (non-Oxford British English) === Etymology === From monetize + -ation. === Pronunciation === (UK) IPA(key): /ˌmʌnətaɪˈzeɪʃən/ (US) IPA(key): /ˌmɒnətaɪˈzeɪʃən/ === Noun === monetization (countable and uncountable, plural monetizations) (American spelling, Oxford British English) The conversion of something (especially metal) into money. The process of making a business activity profit-generating, particularly in computer and Internet-related activities. The conversion of an economic system based mainly on barter and payment in kind into one that uses currency for most transactions. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ====