Noun

Singular social

Plural socials

social (plural socials)

  1. A festive gathering to foster introductions.
  2. (Canadian Prairies) A dance held to raise money for a couple to be married.
  3. (British, slang) Short for social security benefit, the UK government department responsible for administering such welfare benefit, for its employees.
    • Fred hated going down to the social to sign on.
  4. (US) Short for social security number.
    • What's your social?

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Mon Oct 5 15:39:29 2009

The term Social refers to a characteristic of living organisms (humans in particular, though biologists also apply the term to populations of animals and insects). It always refers to the interaction of organisms with other organisms and to their collective co-existence, irrespective of whether they are aware of it or not, and irrespective of whether the interaction is voluntary or involuntary.

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Sat Oct 10 20:22:58 2009

How many social problems could be solved, if the nuclear family were stronger; especially in the inner city?
Q. I think that the breakdown of the nuclear family contributes to many of our social problems. I truly beleive that weak families breed weak communities and ultimately a weak nation. A loving home with a mother and father would greatly improve our society. Yet, it seems that we would rather spend $$$ on social programs that have failed for 40 years. Thoughts?
Asked by he1ididog - Thu Apr 30 16:45:02 2009 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Very well said. It all begins at home, and when people take responsibility for their children and marriages, society will change because family is the fundamental unit of any society. When things aren't good at home, a child's game is off everywhere.
Answered by amabO - Thu Apr 30 16:51:26 2009

What is the difference between social and political?
Q. for example, would war fall under social or political? corrupt leaders would fall under political, correct? social class is obviously social. can anybody give me some other examples? oh and is church/religion social?
Asked by antioxidant - Tue Nov 18 21:01:11 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. There is really no exact definition that all categories would fall under. Generally social refers to the way ordinary people live their lives. Social includes, entertainment, clothing, fads, fashions, civil rights, trends, patterns, and demographics. Political refers to the decisions our elected officials make on any number of topics. Religion included. Generally discussing religion refers to social issues more than political issues however. Corrupt leaders would fall under political in most instances.
Answered by Mr. Curious - Fri Nov 21 22:09:59 2008

where to volunteer for a social work major in college?
Q. I am interested in volunteering as it is a prereq in my program. However I want to volunteer somewhere specifically in social wok long term to gain work experiance before I finish my degree. I'm specifically interested in medical social work or social work involved with children.
Asked by collegegrllstress - Sun Nov 25 18:31:26 2007 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Your best bet would be outside of the actual medical context (unless the hospital has opportunities to actually volunteer on a pediatric unit - most hospitals don't give volunteers much to do). Programs like Ronald McDonald House or other pediatric programs for youth dealing with long-term illness or even disability (there are often camps and related programs). Youth programs in general are great to volunteer with (Big brother/sister - boys and girls clubs, etc.) Always need volunteers. DA
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