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philistine

/fɪˈlɪs.tiːn/ noun · British & US
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What does philistine mean?

noun

A person who is hostile to art, literature, and culture; a person who is uncultured or unsophisticated. A philistine may also refer to a person who is opposed to new ideas or innovations.

Example

"The art critic accused the politician of being a philistine for rejecting the modern art exhibit."

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