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Subculture

/sˈʌˌbkʌltʃər/
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(noun) A portion of a culture distinguished by its customs or other features, often in contrast to the larger mainstream culture.

The point of hipster subculture is to avoid conforming to societal norms.
Gadesh is a subculture in Azerbaijan.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The heavy metal ____ has its own unique fashion and music that sets its members apart from others.

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