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ethnography

 

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Noun ethnography has 1 sense
  1. ethnography, descriptive anthropology - the branch of anthropology that provides scientific description of individual human societies
    --1 is a kind of anthropology

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Ethnography

Definition:

Ethnography is the scientific study of different cultures and societies, focusing on their customs, traditions, and social interactions.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Sense 1:

A method of research

Definition:

An investigative method used by anthropologists and sociologists to understand and document the behavior, beliefs, and practices of various communities or groups.

Example Sentence:

The ethnography conducted by Dr. Smith provided valuable insights into the daily lives of the indigenous people.

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Sense 2:

A written account

Definition:

A detailed written description or analysis of a particular culture, society, or social group that is based on the findings of ethnographic research.

Example Sentence:

I highly recommend reading the ethnography by Dr. Johnson if you are interested in learning about the traditions and rituals of the Maasai tribe.

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Sense 3:

A field of academic study

Definition:

The discipline that encompasses the methods, theories, and practices involved in conducting ethnographic research and producing ethnographic accounts.

Example Sentence:

She pursued a doctorate degree in ethnography and became a renowned scholar in the field.

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