gemeinschaft: Meaning and Definition of

ge•mein•schaft

Pronunciation: (Ger. gu-mīn'shäft"), [key]
— pl. -schaf•ten
  1. an association of individuals having sentiments, tastes, and attitudes in common; fellowship.
  2. a society or group characterized chiefly by a strong sense of common identity, close personal relationships, and an attachment to traditional and sentimental concerns. Cf. Gesellschaft.
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