a person considered to be excessively, and often pretentiously, interested in thearts
culture vulture in American English
US
Slang
a person who professes great interest in culture and the arts
culture vulture in American English
noun
slang
a person with an excessive or pretentious interest in the arts
Word origin
[1945–50]This word is first recorded in the period 1945–50. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: RNA, fail-safe, individual medley, regression analysis, synchronized swimming
Examples of 'culture vulture' in a sentence
culture vulture
So you're a beach lounger rather than a culture vulture?
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Still, silence aside, a visit here is essential for the claustrophobic culture-vulture.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
These days, however, he's quite the culture vulture.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
So, for the culture vulture and the foodie, there is plenty to explore.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Wealthy culture-vulture downsizers are balanced by the large student population: there are two universities in the city.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Toronto is culture vulture heaven, boasting a big theatre district as well as world-class museums and art galleries.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
Nothing says culture vulture more than bandying about the monikers of historical figures, especially if you chuck them into everyday conversation.
The Sun (2015)
For culture vultures there is plenty too.
The Sun (2007)
Culture vultures with a fondness for fish and chips.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
We take a look at the best locations for culture vultures.