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Definition of ecomuseum in English:

ecomuseum

noun

  • A type of interdisciplinary museum presenting the history and heritage of a particular community or region in the context of its society, culture, and natural environment.

Pronunciation

ecomuseum

/ˈiːkəʊmjuːˌziːəm/ /ˈɛkəʊmjuːˌziːəm/

Origin

1970s. From eco- + museum, probably after French écomusée.