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polity

pol·i·ty [ póllətee ] (plural pol·i·ties)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. particular form of government: a particular form of government that exists within a state or an institution

2. political entity: a state, society, or institution regarded as a political entity

3. politics and government within society: the aspect of society that is oriented to politics and government

[Mid-16th century. Via Latin< Greek politeia (see police)]
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