The phrase
"cargo cult" refers to a belief or behavior that emerges when people imitate the superficial aspects of something without understanding its true meaning or significance. It originally refers to certain Pacific Island communities that mimicked the activities of military personnel during World War II, hoping to attract the same benefits and resources without comprehending the underlying reasons. Similarly, the phrase is now used metaphorically to describe situations where people imitate or copy actions without fully understanding their purpose or effectiveness.
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