Societies
/ˈsoʊʃɪtiz/
Definitions
- (n.) Plural of society, referring to structured groups of individuals united by shared purposes or legal frameworks.
The societies formed under this statute must comply with registration requirements.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'societies' typically denote collectively organized bodies often governed by specific statutes; distinctions between types (e.g., nonprofit vs. commercial) are crucial for regulation.
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