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General sociology

General terms relating to the study of society.

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polytheism

Sociology; General sociology

The belief in many gods and/or goddesses.

polygyny

Sociology; General sociology

A form of polygamy in which a husband can have several wives at the same time.

polygamy

Sociology; General sociology

A form of marriage in which an individual can have several husbands or wives simultaneously.

polyandry

Sociology; General sociology

A form of marriage in which a woman may have more than one husband.

politics

Sociology; General sociology

In Harold D. Lasswell's words, "who gets what, when, and how. "

political system

Sociology; General sociology

The social institution that relies on a recognized set of procedures for implementing and achieving the goals of a group.

political socialization

Sociology; General sociology

The process by which individuals acquire political attitudes and develop patterns of political behavior.

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