Definition of Mores

1. Noun. (sociology) the conventions that embody the fundamental values of a group.

Generic synonyms: Convention, Formula, Normal, Pattern, Rule
Category relationships: Sociology

Definition of Mores

1. n. pl. Customs; habits; esp., customs conformity to which is more or less obligatory; customary law.

Definition of Mores

1. Noun. A set of moral norms or customs derived from generally accepted practices. Mores derive from the established practices of a society rather than its written laws. ¹

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Definition of Mores

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Medical Definition of Mores

1. A concept used in the behavioural and social sciences to refer to centrally important and accepted folkways, and cultural norms which embody the fundamental moral views of a group. Origin: L. Pl. Of mos, custom (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Mores

morel
moreland
morelands
morelle
morelles
morello
morellos
morels
morendo
moreness
morenesses
morenosite
moreover
morepork
moreporks
mores (current term)
moreso
moresomes
moresques
morgagnian cyst
morgan
morganatic
morganatically
morganite
morganites
morgans
morgay
morgays
morgen

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