ethnogeny
/ɛθnəˈdʒɛni/Definitions
1. noun
The process of creating or developing an ethnic identity, often through cultural, historical, or social factors.
“The professor studied the ethnogeny of the indigenous tribe, exploring how they formed their distinct culture.”
2. noun
A people or ethnic group that has developed or is in the process of developing a distinct culture or identity.
“The researchers focused on the ethnogeny of the immigrant community, analyzing their unique cultural practices.”