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Social

Definition

Social refers to anything related to society, including interactions between individuals, cultural norms, and social structures.

Analogy

Think of society as a giant puzzle where each person is a piece. Just like how each piece contributes to the overall picture, every individual plays a role in shaping our social fabric.

Related terms

Cultural: Relating to the customs, beliefs, and practices of a particular group or society.

Community: A group of people who share common interests or characteristics and live in the same area.

Identity: The qualities, beliefs, values, and experiences that make an individual unique within a social group.

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