Definition of "desocialize" in English

verb

1. (transitive) To take out of a social context; individualize.

2. (transitive) To cause to withdraw from society.

   • 2004, Arden et al, The Angell Memorial Animal Hospital Book of Wellness and Preventive Care By twelve weeks puppies enter the juvenile stage, and it is at this stage that a negative experience can desocialize the pup.

3. (transitive) To cause to cease to be politically socialist.