Meaning of the word hippie in English
What does hippie mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hippie
US /ˈhɪp.i/
UK /ˈhɪp.i/
Noun
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a person of unconventional appearance, typically having long hair and wearing beads, headbands, and other items of folk-inspired clothing. Hippies often espoused a philosophy of peace and love and were associated with the counterculture of the 1960s.
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My grandmother was a hippie in the 60s and loved folk music.
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The festival attracted many modern-day hippies.
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Adjective
1.
relating to or characteristic of hippies or their subculture.
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She wore a long, flowing hippie dress.
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The room had a distinct hippie vibe with tapestries and incense.
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