Socialize
(verb)
- To mix socially with others.
- To train or condition (a person or animal) to conform to the norms of a society or group.
- To make (something) conform to the customs and conventions of society.
Origin:
Early 19th century: from french socialiser, from social "social" + -iser.
Examples:
- We're going out to socialize with friends.
- The new employee is being socialized to the company's culture.
- The dog was socialized to be comfortable around people and other animals.
- The government is trying to socialize healthcare.
- He socializes the new employees to the company culture.