Mod Meaning and Definition
Mod
Pronunciation
/ˈmɒd/
Part of Speech
Noun or Verb
Definition
A subculture of young people in the United Kingdom in the late 1950s and early 1960s who were fascinated by modernism and technology, and sought to modernize British society.
Etymology
The term “Mod” originated from the word “modern,” which was used to describe their fascination with modernity and technology.
Usage Notes
The term “Mod” is often used to describe someone who is fashionably presented and up-to-date in their knowledge and tastes.
Cultural References
The term “Mod” has been used in various forms of media, including films, TV shows, and music, such as the film “Quadrophenia” and the song “Mod Culture” by The Who.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- “Going mod” – to adopt a mod way of life
Related Words or Phrases
- Rockers
- Beatniks
- Swinging
Collocations
- Mod fashion
- Mod music
- Mod culture
Frequency of Use
The term “Mod” is still used today to describe someone who is fashionably presented and up-to-date in their knowledge and tastes. However, its usage has declined significantly since its peak in the 1960s.
Common Misspellings
- Gerbera
- Moddy