(computing) To store (a string or other structure) in a shared pool, such that subsequent items with the same value can share the same instance. Often abbreviated to intern.
“These groups were forced to internalize feelings of fear and weakness while wearing a mask of courage and bravery.”
“Other students and residents internalize an identity of non-reflective professionalism.”
“Our capacity to internalize the teachings of authorities enables the formation of culture and, consequently, large and flexible societies and organization.”
intern
(transitive) To imprison somebody, usually without trial.
(of a state, especially a neutral state) To confine or hold (foreign military personnel who stray into the state's territory) within prescribed limits during wartime.
“In southwestern Mali, the Koulikoro camp was built to intern the captured crews of British, Dutch, Danish, and Greek ships.”
intern
(intransitive) To work as an intern. Usually with little or no pay or other legal prerogatives of employment, for the purpose of furthering a program of education.
“The emphasis is on internalising the external costs associated with different forms of transport.”
“It is true that some former Levellers retreated into religious passivity, internalising their revolutionary ideology and seeking a godly republic within.”
“Law is more restrained, successfully internalising his character''s emotions, but supporting performances are largely submerged beneath the frou-frou.”
