Meaning of the word "social hierarchy" in English

What does "social hierarchy" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

social hierarchy

US /ˈsoʊʃəl ˈhaɪərˌɑrki/
UK /ˈsəʊʃəl ˈhaɪərɑːki/

Noun

a system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority

Example:
Every society has a complex social hierarchy.
The company's social hierarchy was very rigid.