1. a cultural group within a larger culture, often having beliefs or interests that differ from those of the larger culture

Examples

• The punk subculture emerged in the 1970s with its own music, fashion, and values.
• Gaming has developed into a massive subculture with its own conventions and communities.
• She studied the skateboarding subculture for her sociology thesis.
• The goth subculture is known for its distinctive dark clothing and music preferences.
• Online forums have created new digital subcultures around shared interests.
• Hip-hop began as a subculture in urban communities before becoming mainstream.