1. relating to the study of human cultures, societies, and their customs, beliefs, and practices through direct observation and fieldwork
Usage: commonly used in academic and research contexts

Examples

• The ethnographic study examined the daily rituals and social structures of the remote village.
• Her ethnographic research involved living with the community for two years.
• The museum displayed ethnographic artifacts from indigenous cultures around the world.
• Ethnographic fieldwork requires patience and cultural sensitivity.
• The documentary used ethnographic methods to document the traditions of the fishing community.
• Ethnographic data collection often involves interviews and participant observation.