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noun
Alternative form of gemeinschaft.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of, alternative
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noun
An association or group of individuals sharing common beliefs, attitudes, and tastes; a fellowship.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A society or group characterized by a strong sense of common identity, personal relationships, and attachments to various concerns.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: human-sciences, sciences, social-science, sociology
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History
From German Gemeinschaft (“community”), equivalent to gemein (“common”) + -schaft (“-ship”). More at mean, -ship. Compare to English gesellschaft.
