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/
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Noun

1.

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.

Example:
My grandmother was a hippie in the 60s and loved folk music.
The festival attracted many modern-day hippies.

Adjective

1.

relating to or characteristic of hippies or their subculture.

Example:
She wore a long, flowing hippie dress.
The room had a distinct hippie vibe with tapestries and incense.
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