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General sociology
General terms relating to the study of society.
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megachurches
Sociology; General sociology
Large worship centers affiliated only loosely, if at all, with existing denominations. Average attendance per weekend must exceed 2,000 to be considered a megachurch.
mechanical solidarity
Sociology; General sociology
Strong social ties and shared values that are based in common beliefs.
means of production
Sociology; General sociology
The ability to produce goods. Generally applied to industrial societies.
Mcdonaldization
Sociology; General sociology
The process by which the principles of the fast-food restaurant have come to dominate certain sectors of society, both in the United States and throughout the world.
matrilineal descent
Sociology; General sociology
A kinship system that favors the relatives of the mother.
matriarchy
Sociology; General sociology
A society in which women dominate in family decision making.
material culture
Sociology; General sociology
A term referring to all the things that people make and use in society.
