'70s
Definition
The term '70s refers to the decade of the 1970s, which denotes the ten-year period from 1970 to 1979. During this time, significant social, cultural, and political changes occurred worldwide.
Analogy
Imagine you have a time machine that can take you back to your parents' teenage years. The '70s would be like stepping into their world filled with bell-bottom jeans, disco music, and iconic movies like "Star Wars."
Related terms
Decade: A period of ten years.
Generation X: The generation born between the early 1960s and early 1980s.
Counterculture: A cultural movement that challenges mainstream values and norms.
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