English

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Etymology

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From column +‎ -ization.

Noun

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columnization

  1. Formation into columns or pillars.
    • 1990, W. Hustrulid, G. A. Johnson, Rock Mechanics Contributions and Challenges:
      Columnization of pillars is the most common practice in pillar layout for roof stability, yet analyses demonstrate that columnization results in a very high load concentration in the pillars.