social philosophy

noun

The study and interpretation of society and social institutions in terms of ethical values rather than empirical relations.

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Meanings

nounsocial philosophy (uncountable)
  1. uncountableThe study and interpretation of society and social institutions in terms of ethical values rather than empirical relations.
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