socialize
verb
so·cial·ize
ˈsō-shə-ˌlīz 
socialized; socializing
1
: to make social
especially
: to fit or train for a social environment
2
a
: to constitute on a socialistic basis
socialize industry
b
: to adapt to social needs or uses
3
: to organize group participation in
socialize a recitation
: to participate actively in a social group
Examples of socialize in a Sentence
She danced and socialized at the party.
he likes to socialize with his coworkers after work ends
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And so much of what felt just revelatory and joyful about our early tours, was getting to feel just like I was being socialized as a trans person, instead of as just this lump of coal.
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Juan Velasquez, Them., 4 Apr. 2025
Within the store, the boutique owner has worked to create a cozy, relaxing atmosphere that includes a large table where crafters can socialize, knit and crochet together.
—Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 2 Apr. 2025
Also potluck lunch, socializing, fossil hunting and camping.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
Meet friends for coffee, a long lunch, happy hour and look for opportunities to socialize and goof off.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 24 Mar. 2025
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Juan Velasquez, Them., 4 Apr. 2025
Within the store, the boutique owner has worked to create a cozy, relaxing atmosphere that includes a large table where crafters can socialize, knit and crochet together.
—Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 2 Apr. 2025
Also potluck lunch, socializing, fossil hunting and camping.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
Meet friends for coffee, a long lunch, happy hour and look for opportunities to socialize and goof off.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 24 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for socialize
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“Socialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/socialize. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.
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socialize
verb
so·cial·ize
ˈsō-shə-ˌlīz
socialized; socializing
1
: to make social
especially
: to make fit for a social environment
2
: to take part in social activities
socializing with friends after work
Medical Definition
socialize
transitive verb
so·cial·ize
variants
also British
socialized also British socialised; socializing also British socialising
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