socialization socialization /ˌsoʊʃəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

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