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civ⋅ics

[siv-iks]
–noun (used with a singular verb)
the study or science of the privileges and obligations of citizens.

Origin:
1880–85, Americanism; see civic, -ics
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civ·ics   (sĭv'ĭks)   
n.   (used with a sing. verb)
The branch of political science that deals with civic affairs and the rights and duties of citizens.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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