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Socialization (noun) means the process, especially in children, of learning how to behave in ways that fit in with the rest of society.
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1
The process, especially in children, of learning how to behave in ways that fit in with the rest of society.
"Socialization skills are important things to learn in kindergarten."
2
Spending time mixing and talking with other people.
"Forced socialization rarely creates strong friendships, but there are exceptions."
3
(politics) Bringing industries or property under state control as part of socialist policy.
"socialization of the means of production"
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Etymology
Formed either from socialize + -ation or from social + -ization.
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Rhymes for socialization
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of socialization?
"socialization" (noun) means the process, especially in children, of learning how to behave in ways that fit in with the rest of society.
What is another word for socialization?
Other words for "socialization" include socialising, acculturation, socialisation, socializing, enculturation.
What are the different meanings of socialization?
"socialization" has 3 main meanings: 1. The process, especially in children, of learning how to behave in ways that fit in with the rest of society; 2. Spending time mixing and talking with other people; 3. (politics) Bringing industries or property under state control as part of socialist policy.
