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Food and Social Class
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What is the term used to describe the practice of consuming food items that are considered to be luxurious or exclusive?
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Conspicuous consumption
💡 Explanation:
Conspicuous consumption is a term coined by Thorstein Veblen to describe the practice of consuming goods and services in order to display one's social status and wealth.