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sororities

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun sorority has 1 sense
  1. sorority - a social club for female undergraduates
    --1 is a kind of
    club, society, guild, gild, lodge, order
    --1 has member: sister

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Sororities

Description:

A sorority is an organization or society of women, typically at a college or university, that is united by common interests, goals, and values. These sisterhoods provide opportunities for personal growth, social involvement, and academic support.

Senses:

1. Social Organizations:

In this sense, sororities refer to social organizations exclusively for women, fostering friendship, leadership skills, and community engagement among its members.

2. Greek Letter Organizations:

Sororities also represent Greek letter organizations for women in colleges and universities, often affiliated with national or international Greek umbrella associations.

Usages:

1. Popular Usage:

Sororities are known for their close-knit sisterhood and a wide range of activities such as philanthropy events, formals, sisterhood retreats, and academic support programs.

Example Sentence:

Emily was excited to join one of the top sororities on campus and become a part of a supportive community of ambitious and empowering women.

2. Local Usage:

In some local communities, sororities are non-academic social organizations that bring together women with shared interests or backgrounds.

Example Sentence:

The local sororities in our town organize annual charity events and provide scholarships for young women pursuing higher education.

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