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socialize

[ soh-shuh-lahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, so·cial·ized, so·cial·iz·ing.
  1. to make social; make fit for life in companionship with others.
  2. to make socialistic; establish or regulate according to the theories of socialism.
  3. Education. to treat as a group activity:

    to socialize spelling quizzes.



verb (used without object)

, so·cial·ized, so·cial·iz·ing.
  1. to associate or mingle sociably with others:

    to socialize with one's fellow workers.

socialize

/ ˈsəʊʃəˌlaɪz /

verb

  1. intr to behave in a friendly or sociable manner
  2. tr to prepare for life in society
  3. tr to alter or create so as to be in accordance with socialist principles, as by nationalization
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • ˈsocialˌizer, noun
  • ˈsocialˌizable, adjective
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Other Words From

  • social·iza·ble adjective
  • social·izer noun
  • over·social·ize verb (used with object) oversocialized oversocializing
  • re·social·ize verb resocialized resocializing
  • un·social·iza·ble adjective
  • un·social·ized adjective
  • un·social·izing adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of socialize1

First recorded in 1820–30; social + -ize
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Example Sentences

In the early morning hours, Doe’s husband sent her a text message: “Holy smokes lady…I don’t remember the last time you were socializing at nearly 2:00 a.m.”

Even in the 21st century, many young women have been socialized to feel that their social status, economic security and physical safety come from securing a romantic partnership with a man.

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For decades, Starbucks founder Howard Schultz positioned the coffee chain as a “third place,” where customers could spend time drinking coffee, listening to music and socializing.

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They’re as much about exercise as they are about socializing and exploring.

Instead of doomscrolling or studying the latest polls, people should consider exercising, enjoying nature and hobbies, or socializing with friends.

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