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Cultural Resource

/ˈkʌl.tʃɚ.əl rɪˈzɔːrs/
nounCEFR C1 (Advanced)Top #14500 frequency
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  1. 1

    An aspect of a culture, such as a tradition, historical artifact, monument, or practice, that has value for preservation and study.

    "The government launched a new initiative to protect and document local cultural resources across rural regions."
  2. 2

    Tangible or intangible assets belonging to a community or society that reflect its heritage, identity, and historical development.

    "Urban planners must consider cultural resources when designing new infrastructure projects."

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Derived from the English 'cultural', originating from Latin 'cultura' (cultivation, tillage), combined with 'resource', from Old French 'ressource' (a source of supply or relief). The compound term reflects modern administrative, sociological, and heritage conservation terminology developed in the late 20th century.

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