monopolize

Universal Words (BrE also monopolise) verb [VN] 1 to have or take control of the largest part of sth so that other people are prevented from sharing it: Men traditionally monopolized jobs in the printing industry. * As usual, she completely monopolized the conversation. 2 to have or take a large part of sb's attention or time so that they are unable to speak to or deal with other people: Don't let him monopolize you like he did at the last party. monopolization, monopolisation noun [U]