PEER GROUP Definition & Meaning

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peer group

noun

a group of people, usually of similar age, background, and social status, with whom a person associates and who are likely to influence the person's beliefs and behavior.

peer group

noun

a social group composed of individuals of approximately the same age

peer group

A group of people who share certain social characteristics, such as age, class , occupation, or education, and interact on a level of equality. An individual may be a member of several peer groups, including friends, schoolmates, and coworkers. Peer groups are important in socialization , as individuals attempt to conform to the expectations of their peer groups. ( See conformity and peer pressure .)

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of peer group¹

First recorded in 1940–45

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Sophie is concerned that interactions between boys and girls are distant and impersonal in Ben's peer group.

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William Ibbs, a civil engineering expert and incoming chair of the peer group, said the potential funding cut will only add to the rail difficulty.

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I've found that support through peer groups, teachers, and internships where I'm surrounded by girls with similar interests — and where I don't think twice about sharing ideas or asking for help.

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It is aimed at helping youngsters to confidently recognise harmful or controlling behaviour, as well as call out sexism and inequality in their peer groups.

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Compared to a rightward swing among young voters in Italy, Germany, Austria and Spain, there is an apathy for the Conservatives among his peer group.

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