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Boy Scouts

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Noun1.Boy ScoutsBoy Scouts - an international (but decentralized) movement started in 1908 in England with the goal of teaching good citizenship to boys
social movement, movement, front - a group of people with a common ideology who try together to achieve certain general goals; "he was a charter member of the movement"; "politicians have to respect a mass movement"; "he led the national liberation front"
Boy Scouts of America - a corporation that operates through a national council that charters local councils all over the United States; the purpose is character building and citizenship training
Boy Scout - a boy who is a member of the Boy Scouts


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Officials with the local Boy Scouts and the Motion Picture Association of America unveiled the Respect Copyrights Activity Patch--emblazoned with a large circle [C] copyright sign along with a film reel and musical notes.
A city government may deny benefits to a branch of the Boy Scouts because of the group's refusal to adhere to anti-discrimination policies, the California Supreme Court has ruled.
The event, held to benefit the Greater New York Councils of the Boy Scouts of America, recognized outstanding community service and leadership qualities and honored Pat A.
 
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