subculture
What is another word for subculture? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A group inside a larger culture that has its own habits, values or style and often stands apart from the mainstream.
We haven't recorded synonyms for subculture yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use subculture
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
youth subculture
music subculture
online subculture
a thriving subculture
The social sense is common in general writing, while the biology senses belong to lab settings.
Etymology
Subculture was formed in English from the prefix sub- and the word culture.
Full origin of subculture →Frequently asked questions
What is a subculture?
A subculture is a group inside a larger culture that has its own habits, values or style and often stands apart from the mainstream.
What does subculture mean in biology?
In biology, a subculture is a culture started by moving microorganisms from an earlier culture into fresh nutrient material. As a verb, it means to do that move.
Is subculture one word?
Yes, subculture is written as one word, with no hyphen or space.
