1868, in reference to the raising of plants or animals, from Latin cultura "tillage" (see culture) + -al (1). In reference to the cultivation of the mind, from 1875; hence, "relating to civilization or a civilization." A fertile starter-word among anthropologists and sociologists, for example cultural diffusion, in use by 1912; cultural diversity by 1935; cultural imperialism by 1937; cultural pluralism by 1932; cultural relativism by 1948.
实用例句
1. In New Zealand, the Maori people maintain a strong cultural tradition.
在新西兰，毛利人保持着深厚的文化传统。
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2. Traditionalists may howl, but in today's world, cultural relativism rules.
传统卫道士们也许会叫嚣反对，但在当今世界，文化相对论确实是占据着统治地位。
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3. A rich and varied cultural life is essential for this couple.
丰富多样的文化生活对这对夫妇而言至关重要。
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4. Minority cultures within the United States often raised issues of cross-cultural conflict.
美国的少数民族文化经常引发跨文化冲突问题。
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5. Manchester has a rich cultural, economic and sporting heritage.
