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Cultural Hybrid

Definition

Cultural hybrid refers to a blending or mixing of different cultural elements, resulting in the creation of a new and distinct culture.

Related terms

Assimilation: The process by which individuals or groups adopt the customs and practices of another culture.

Acculturation: The exchange of cultural features between two different cultures due to continuous contact over time.

Melting Pot: A metaphor used to describe a society where diverse cultures blend together into one homogeneous culture.



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