Of or pertaining to society; relating to men living in society, or to the public as an aggregate body; as, social interest or concerns; social pleasure; social benefits; social happiness; social duties.

refers to costs and benefits which accrue directly to humans and human systems (includes socio-economic costs and benefits)

having to do with interrelationships between individuals or groups. A social factor is said to exist when the behaviour of even one individual is affected by another person or a group, whether that person (or persons) is physically present or not. The term `social' is distinguished from `cultural' in that social pertains to relations between persons, whereas cultural pertains to beliefs, standards of behaviour, values, knowledge, and all other aspects of culture.

relating to human society and its members; "social institutions"; "societal evolution"; "societal forces"; "social legislation"

relating to or belonging to or characteristic of high society; "made fun of her being so social and high-toned"; "a social gossip colum"; "the society page"

A get-together with another group for a party, dinner, or another fun occasion. Socials are also known as "mixers."

Relating to human society, the interaction of the individual and the group, or the welfare of human beings as members of society. Tending to form cooperative and interdependent relationship s with others of one's kind. [D03280] Webster

Relating to human society and it's members.