What does "occulture" mean?

The appropriation by a subculture of occult themes (New Age, etc.) in opposition to the dominant culture.

How do you pronounce "occulture"?

Pronounced //əˈkʌlt͡ʃə(ɹ)//.

Occulture

//əˈkʌlt͡ʃə(ɹ)// noun

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Noun

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The appropriation by a subculture of occult themes (New Age, etc.) in opposition to the dominant culture. uncountable
"UFO religions drink deeply from the waters of occulture, while, at the same time, seeking to reconcile their ideas with a contemporary secular and scientific worldview."

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"UFO religions drink deeply from the waters of occulture, while, at the same time, seeking to reconcile their ideas with a contemporary secular and scientific worldview."

Etymology

Blend of occult + culture First used in Rapid Eye magazine by Simon Dwyer. Later used by Professor Christopher Partridge.

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new age

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