"goblincore" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From goblin + -core. Etymology templates: {{suf|en|goblin|-core|id2=aesthetic}} goblin + -core Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} goblincore (uncountable)
  1. (aesthetic) An aesthetic and fashion movement that celebrates unidyllic aspects of nature, such as dirt, moss, mushrooms, and insects. Wikipedia link: en:goblincore Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Aesthetics, Art, Fashion, Internet memes Related terms: cottagecore (english: idyllic nature aesthetic)

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