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lifestyle

n.
US //ˈɫaɪfˌstaɪɫ// UK //lˈaɪfstaɪl// life·style
  1. 1 way of living (n.)
    A2 Elementary

    the way you live your life, including your daily habits, your job, and how you spend your free time.

    the typical way of life of an individual, group, or culture, encompassing social values, diet, and daily activities.

    Example

    Moving to the countryside allowed them to enjoy a much slower and healthier lifestyle.

    Example

    The physician emphasized that a sedentary lifestyle contributes significantly to long-term health risks, regardless of one's genetic predispositions.

    Usage

    Often used with adjectives like 'healthy', 'active', 'busy', or 'lavish'.

  2. 2 marketing and consumer habits (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Academic Technical

    the specific things a group of people likes to buy and do, which companies use to sell products.

    the patterns of consumption and preference that characterize a specific market segment.

    Example

    The brand targets people with an outdoorsy lifestyle who enjoy hiking and camping.

    Example

    Market researchers analyzed lifestyle data to determine which luxury services would appeal most to high-net-worth urban professionals.

    Usage

    Common in business and sociological contexts to describe group behavior.

Origin

From life + style.

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