Socialization - Dictionary Definition and Overview

Socialization :  (noun)
1: the action of establishing on a socialist basis; "the socialization of medical services" [syn: socialisation]
2: the act of meeting for social purposes; "there was too much socialization with the enlisted men" [syn: socialisation, socializing, socialising]
3: the adoption of the behavior patterns of the surrounding culture; "the socialization of children to the norms of their culture" [syn: socialisation, acculturation, enculturation]

Example Usage of Socialization

bamagrrl: I think my problem is I need more Socialization beyond hubby, pets and work ppl.
wyattw: Studies demonstrate what homeschooling parents already know (Socialization is better). http://bit.ly/4K4uCG
BeautifulTT: @MZ_MILAN creation and mantenance of a culture through the Socialization of individuals...
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