Ethnography (noun)

1. The scientific description of the customs, beliefs, and social institutions of a particular group or society.
2. The systematic study of human cultures and societies.

Origin:

From french ethnographie, from ethno- ("people, nation") + -graphie ("writing").

Examples:

1. The ethnography of the tribe revealed a complex system of beliefs and rituals.
2. Ethnography is an important method for understanding other cultures.
3. Ethnography provides a detailed and nuanced understanding of the culture and society being studied.
4. Ethnography typically involves participant observation, interviews, and the analysis of artifacts.
5. The ethnography of the community was published as a book and became a classic in the field.