society

noun

1. 1

   A long-standing group of people sharing cultural aspects such as language, dress, norms of behavior and artistic forms.

   “This society has been known for centuries for its colorful clothing and tight-knit family structure.”

2. 2

   A group of people who meet from time to time to engage in a common interest; an association or organization.

   “It was then that they decided to found a society of didgeridoo-playing unicyclists.”

3. 3

   The sum total of all voluntary interrelations between individuals.

   “The gap between Western and Eastern societies seems to be narrowing.”

4. 4

   The people of one’s country or community taken as a whole.

   “Our global society develops in fits and starts.”

5. 5

   High society.

   “Smith was first introduced into society at the Duchess of Grand Fenwick's annual rose garden party.”

6. 6

   A number of people joined by mutual consent to deliberate, determine and act toward a common goal.