Association
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Purpose Driven
Associations are formed for specific purposes; they're not just casual groups. She founded an association for renewable energy advocacy.
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Shared Interests
Members usually share common goals or hobbies which drive the association's activities. He's in an association for bird watchers.
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Formal Structure
An association often has a structured organization with roles like president or treasurer. She was elected treasurer of the association.