socializing

(noun) the act of meeting for social purposes. Synonyms: socialization, socialisation, socialising. Example: "There was too much socialization with the enlisted men."

(verb) take part in social activities; interact with others. Synonyms: socialize, socialise. Examples: "He never socializes with his colleagues." "The old man hates to socialize."

(verb) train for a social environment. Synonyms: socialize, socialise. Example: "The children must be properly socialized."

(verb) prepare for social life. Synonyms: socialize, socialise. Example: "Children have to be socialized in school."

(verb) make conform to socialist ideas and philosophies. Synonyms: socialize, socialise. Example: "Health care should be socialized!."