socialize
|so-cial-ize|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈsoʊʃəˌlaɪz/
🇬🇧
/ˈsəʊʃəˌlaɪz/
interact socially
Etymology
Etymology Information
'socialize' originates from the Latin word 'socialis,' meaning 'of companionship or allies.'
Historical Evolution
'socialis' transformed into the French word 'socialiser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'socialize.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make social,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to interact socially.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to interact with others in a friendly way, often in a social setting.
She loves to socialize at parties.
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Verb 2
to adapt someone to the norms of a social group.
Children are socialized into their community's culture.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40