SOCIALIZATION Definition & Meaning

socialization

[ soh-shuh-luh-zey-shuhn ]

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noun

a continuing process whereby an individual acquires a personal identity and learns the norms, values, behavior, and social skills appropriate to their social position.
the act or process of aligning with the precepts of socialism:
the socialization of industry.

socialization

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noun

psychol the modification from infancy of an individual's behaviour to conform with the demands of social life
the act of socializing or the state of being socialized

socialization

Learning the customs, attitudes, and values of a social group, community, or culture . Socialization is essential for the development of individuals who can participate and function within their societies, as well as for ensuring that a society's cultural features will be carried on through new generations. Socialization is most strongly enforced by family, school, and peer groups and continues throughout an individual's lifetime. ( See also acculturation .)

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of socialization¹

First recorded in 1885–90; socialize + -ation

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Underneath layers and layers of socialization, we each have a clown willing to risk heartbreak for joy.

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All the space under the seating up to row 28 will be gutted to make room for an indoor/outdoor socialization space for games with an adjacent allotment of 800 club seats.

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For bonus points, Lurie suggests pairing sunlight exposure with exercise or socialization, both of which can help fight symptoms of depression.

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The attorneys argued that expulsion is a harmful disruption to the student’s education and socialization, according to court documents.

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The parents’ attorneys argue that expulsion of the student is a harmful disruption to his education and socialization with his friends and twin brother, who still attends the school.

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