gemeinschaft

English

noun
Definitions
  • An association or group of individuals sharing common beliefs, attitudes, and tastes; a fellowship.
  • (sociology) A society or group characterized by a strong sense of common identity, personal relationships, and attachments to various concerns.

Etymology

Suffix from German gemein (common, mean, nasty).

Origin

German (Berlin)

gemein

Gloss

common, mean, nasty

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