socializer
(ˈsəʊʃəlaɪzə(r))
[f. socialize v. + -er1.]
1. One who socializes an industry, an economy, or the like. Cf. socialize v. 2.
| 1947 [see decartellization]. |
2. One who or that which makes a person social or sociable; that which induces a sociable atmosphere.
| 1974 H. L. Foster Ribbin', Jivin', & Playin' Dozens iv. 162 The right language at the proper time can serve as a socializer, a relaxing agent, and a positive catalyst to enhance communication. 1975 [see prec.]. 1976 Word 1971 XXVII. 476 They are socializers which function as the verbal oil to ease friction in communication... A's phrase ‘How are you?’ is a socializer; A does not usually expect to learn B's physiological or psychological problems. 1981 Underground Grammarian Oct. 4/1 Our educationists are socializers with political intentions. |
3. One who likes to participate in social activities.
| 1977 J. Anderson Appearance of Evil iv. 21 She was the quietest member of the family, was less of a socializer than Victor. 1978 G. A. Sheehan Running & Being ii. 29 His ‘good life’ is quite different from that of an aggressive football player and the relaxed socializer. |