hipster
|hip/ster|
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/ˈhɪp.stər/
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/ˈhɪp.stə/
trend follower
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hipster' originates from the English word 'hip,' which meant 'aware' or 'in the know.'
Historical Evolution
'hip' transformed into 'hipster' in the 1940s to describe jazz enthusiasts who were in the know about the latest music trends.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who is aware of the latest trends,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who follows the latest trends and fashions.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who follows the latest trends and fashions, especially those regarded as being outside the cultural mainstream.
The coffee shop was filled with hipsters discussing the latest indie bands.
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Last updated: 2025/03/20 18:15