culture
cul-ture
noun
The customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular group.
"British culture is very diverse."
verb
To grow cells, bacteria, or plants in a controlled environment.
"Scientists cultured the cells carefully."
noun
A growth of cells, bacteria, or other living organisms in a laboratory.
"The lab analysed the bacterial culture."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: civilisation, civilization, cultivation, finish, polish, refinement, acculturation