ethography

/ɛθˈnɒɡrəfi/

Definitions

1. noun

The branch of anthropology that deals with the description and analysis of human cultures.

“The anthropologist conducted a thorough ethnography of the indigenous tribe’s customs and practices.”

2. verb

To conduct research or write about the culture of a particular group of people.

“She ethnographed the urban youth culture in her latest book.”

Synonyms

  • anthropology
  • ethnology

Antonyms

  • ethnocentrism