Ger. /geuh muyn"shahft'/ , n. , pl. gemeinschaften Ger. /-shahf'teuhn/ . ( often cap. )
1. an association of individuals having sentiments, tastes, and attitudes in common; fellowship.
2. Sociol. a society or group characterized chiefly by a strong sense of common identity, close personal relationships, and an attachment to traditional and sentimental concerns. Cf. Gesellschaft .
[ 1935-40; gemein common + -schaft -SHIP ]