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culture
noun(cul-ture)
a particular society at a particular time and place
Synonyms: civilisation, civilization,
culture
noun(cul-ture)
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
Synonyms: cultivation, finish, polish, refinement,
culture
noun(cul-ture)
all the knowledge and values shared by a society
Synonyms: acculturation,
culture
noun(cul-ture)
(biology) the growing of microorganisms in a nutrient medium (such as gelatin or agar)
Examples:
The culture of cells in a Petri dish.
culture
verb(cul-ture)
grow in a special preparation
culture
noun(cul-ture)
the attitudes and behavior that are characteristic of a particular social group or organization
Examples:
The developing drug culture.
The reason that the agency is doomed to inaction has something to do with the FBI culture.
culture
noun(cul-ture)
the raising of plants or animals
Examples:
The culture of oysters.
culture
noun(cul-ture)
the tastes in art and manners that are favored by a social group

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