folk culture
/ˈfoʊk ˈkʌl.tʃər/ · folk·cul·ture
noun
- The set of customs, traditions, arts, and social practices of a particular community, especially those of a rural or indigenous group. The museum's exhibit showcased the folk culture of the Appalachian region, including its music, crafts, and storytelling.
- The everyday way of life of ordinary people, distinguished from ‘high culture’ such as fine arts and classical literature. While the city celebrated its high culture, the festival highlighted the vibrant folk culture of its neighborhoods.
Synonyms
traditional culturevernacular culturefolk traditionlocal culturegrassroots cultureindigenous culturecustomary culturepopular culture
Antonyms
Did you know? The phrase 'folk culture' was popularized in the 1940s by American anthropologists who needed a term to contrast the everyday traditions of ordinary people with the elite arts of 'high culture'.