
A/the pecking order
Social Dynamics
The phrase illustrates how people interact based on rank or status in a group.
During team meetings, the pecking order became evident by who spoke the most.
Implicit Control
Indicates an unspoken system controlling behavior and expectations within a group.
Even without a formal structure, there's a clear pecking order among the students.
Observational Clues
Used to describe roles and power positions that become clear through observation.
New employees quickly learn the pecking order by watching who delegates tasks.
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension