"Soroptimists" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Soroptimists are members of Soroptimist International, an organization that aims to help women and girls realize their potential and improve their lives through education, empowerment, and economic development.
The term "soroptimist" is derived from the Latin words "soror," meaning "sister," and "optimist," meaning "one who has hope for the future." Soroptimists believe in empowering women and girls to be their best selves and to make positive changes in their communities.
The Soricidae family, commonly known as shrews or slender members of the suborder Soricomorpha or Soricidae. They are a large family of insectivorous mammals found all over the world.
Soricine is a term from biochemistry that refers to a group of compounds found in the fluids of certain species of toads and frogs, particularly those in the genus Bufo. These compounds are obtained from the toxins found in the parotid glands of toads, which produce a milky fluid that deters predators. Soricine appears as a milky, caustic substance that can irritate skin and eyes.
George Soros is a British-American billionaire philanthropist and investor. He is the chairman of the Open Society Foundations, a network of foundations that aim to promote democracy, human rights, and economic, legal, and social justice. The name "Soros" is of Hungarian origin, meaning "stork".