A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
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Plebes, prohibited from fraternizing with girls, celebrated spring commencement by marching across the walkways and climbing Herndon.
From Slate ● Jun. 24, 2026
It is even harder in a war when they could be accused of fraternizing with the enemy, she said.
From New York Times ● Jan. 5, 2023
But there is also plenty of time for fraternizing.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 28, 2022
That’s where Frank Sinatra lost his gaming license for allegedly fraternizing with organized crime bosses at his Cal-Neva hotel-casino in the 1960s.
From Seattle Times ● May 12, 2022
There was as yet no fraternizing among the party.
From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie
