Nacirema is a proper noun used primarily in anthropological satire to refer to American culture as viewed from an outsider’s perspective; it’s most often encountered in discussions of cultural critique and caricature. The term, coined in the 20th century, is a reversal spelling of 'American' and is typically used to analyze consumer rituals and daily habits. Pronunciation emphasizes a soft initial syllable and a clear final vowel, with stress on the second syllable.
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