multiculturalism
|mul/ti/cul/tur/al/ism|
B2
/ˌmʌltiˈkʌltʃərəlɪzəm/
cultural diversity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multiculturalism' originates from the combination of 'multi-' meaning 'many' and 'culturalism' referring to cultural practices.
Historical Evolution
'multiculturalism' evolved from the concept of 'cultural pluralism' in the 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the coexistence of multiple cultures, but now it also encompasses policies promoting such coexistence.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the presence of, or support for the presence of, several distinct cultural or ethnic groups within a society.
The city is known for its multiculturalism, with communities from all over the world.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35