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The word sociology (or sociologie) is derived from the Latin: socius, companion; and-ology, the study of, resulting in the study of companionship. This should not be construed as the study of prostitution, although many Sociologists have accidentally crossed that boundary, some of which are detailed later.
Quick Answer. Sociology refers to the study and investigation of social life, the changes taking place in society and the consequences and causes of social behavior.