If an insurance contract has a provision stating that in the event of the policy holder's death, the family of the policy holder will continue to receive the policy holder's monthly income for a period of time, this is an example of an endorsement or a rider.
Culture consists of the beliefs, behaviors, objects, and other characteristics common to the members of a particular group or society. Through culture, people and groups define themselves, conform to society's shared values, and contribute to society.
1. a particular society at a particular time and place. 2. the tastes in art and manners that are favored by a social group. 3. all the knowledge and values shared by a society. 4. (biology) the growing of microorganisms in a nutrient medium (such as gelatin or agar). 5. a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality. 6. the attitudes and behavior that are characteristic of a particular social group or organization. 7. the raising of plants or animals. Familiarity information: CULTURE used as a noun is common.