Who defined group as ‘social brick’?
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The term "social brick" as a definition for a group was coined by the sociologist Georg Simmel. In his work "The Web of Group Affiliations," Simmel used the metaphor of a "social brick" to describe the solidifying effect of group membership on individual identity and behavior. He conceptualized groups as social entities that provide individuals with a sense of belonging, identity, and support, akin to the structural stability provided by a brick in a building. Simmel's metaphor underscores the importance of group affiliations in shaping social interactions and collective dynamics within society.