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société civile
/sɔ.sje.ti.si.vil/
civil society
La société civile joue un rôle crucial dans la démocratie.
Civil society plays a crucial role in democracy.
Law
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An organized group of citizens or organizations that operate independently of the government and business sectors to promote social, political, or environmental interests.
Les associations environnementales font partie de la société civile.
Environmental associations are part of civil society.
In French law, this term refers to non-governmental and non-profit organizations that advocate for public interests.
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membre de la société civilemember of civil societyorganisation de la société civilecivil society organization
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Legal Context
In French law, this term is distinct from 'société commerciale' (business entity).
Word Origin
From 'société' (society) and 'civile' (civil), referring to non-state, non-profit entities.
Usage Notes
The term is commonly used in political and legal contexts to describe grassroots movements, NGOs, and advocacy groups.
Word Breakdown
société
society
rootcivile
civil
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