socialize

//ˈsoʊ.ʃəl.aɪz//
B2Frequency Level 10Neutral
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Verb

socializeInfinitive
socializePresent tense
socializedPast tense
socializedPast participle
socializingPresent participle
socializesThird-person singular
1

To interact with others in a friendly way, especially at social events or gatherings.

She enjoys socializing with her coworkers after work.

2

To train or teach someone, especially a child, to behave in a way that is acceptable to society.

Schools play an important role in socializing children.

3

To organize something according to the principles of socialism; to place under government or collective ownership.

The government decided to socialize the healthcare system.