1. the quality or state of social bonding and interaction between people of the same gender, typically without romantic or sexual involvement.
Usage: academic; sociology and cultural studies; often used in literary and film criticism

Examples

• The novel explores homosociality among the male characters through their shared hunting expeditions and tavern gatherings.
• Scholars have examined homosociality in Victorian literature as a way to understand gender relations in that era.
• The sports team's strong homosociality created a tight-knit group dynamic.
• Homosociality in workplace settings can foster camaraderie and professional networks.
• The film depicts homosociality between the two female protagonists as they navigate their careers together.