noun /səˈsaɪ.ə.ti/
a) 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.
b) 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.
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