social science
Definition of social science
1 : a branch of science that deals with the institutions and functioning of human society and with the interpersonal relationships of individuals as members of society
2 : a science (such as economics or political science) dealing with a particular phase or aspect of human society
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Examples of social science in a Sentence
Economics is a social science.
Circa 1770
First Known Use of social science
circa 1770
Other Sociology Terms
SOCIAL SCIENCE Defined for English Language Learners
social science
Definition of social science for English Language Learners
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: the study of human society
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: a particular area of study that relates to human behavior and society
Medical Dictionary
social science
Medical Definition of social science
1: a branch of science that deals with the institutions and functioning of human society and with the interpersonal relationships of individuals as members of society
2: a science (as anthropology or social psychology) dealing with a particular phase or aspect of human society
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