sorosis
- noun
- /səˈroʊsɪs/
- Archaic
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sororidad
- This was to a ranch somewhere in the Gila Valley, which suggested a rough and adventurous life, though she went regularly to the Methodist church and was active in Girl Scouts, and her mother belonged to Eastern Star and the Ladies' Auxiliary and the Sorosis.
Examples
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As a member of the sorosis, she attended meetings where they planned charity events and book readings.
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In the late 1800s, many women joined a local sorosis to discuss literature and support each other's careers.
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The newly formed sorosis aimed to empower women through education and community service.
Synonyms
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A group of women who support each other and share common goals
A group of educated women who meet to talk about books and ideas, often in the 18th and 19th centuries
A group of women who meet to support each other or share a common interest
A group of people who work together for a shared purpose
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Surface Forms
Etymology
Sorosis was also used in the 19th century as the name of a women's club, taking its name from the Greek root soros meaning 'a heap' or 'group'. A helpful way to remember this sense is to think of a sorosis as a 'gathering' of women who met to support each other and share ideas.