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Definition hierarchy in British English

hierarchy noun

noun
/ˈhaɪəˌrɑː(r)ki/
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a system for organizing people according to their status in a society, organization, or other group

Example

the management/Church/social hierarchy

Example

He reached a high level within the Soviet political hierarchy.

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Candidates are chosen by the party hierarchy.

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man's hierarchy of needs

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Definition hierarchy in British English