socialization

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   the adoption of the behavior patterns of the surrounding culture

   the socialization of children to the norms of their culture

2. 2
   noun

   the act of meeting for social purposes

   there was too much socialization with the enlisted men

3. 3
   noun

   the action of establishing on a socialist basis

   the socialization of medical services

4. 4
   noun

   The process of learning how to live in a way acceptable to one's own society, said especially about children.

   Socialization skills are important things to learn in kindergarten.

5. 5
   noun

   The act of interacting with others, of being social.

   Forced socialization rarely creates strong friendships, but there are exceptions.

6. 6
   noun

   Taking under government control as implementing socialism.

   socialization of the means of production

Etymology

From socialize + -ation or social + -ization.