What is cultural diffusion?

Cultural diffusion refers to the spread of cultural beliefs, practices, ideas, and innovations from one society or group to another. It occurs when different cultures come into contact with each other through various means such as trade, migration, conquest, or technology. As cultures interact, they often borrow and adopt elements from one another, leading to the blending and exchange of cultural traits. Cultural diffusion can take place on a small scale, within a specific community or region, or on a global scale, as is often the case with globalization and the widespread dissemination of cultural products, languages, or customs.