PE 10/5 The Cult of "Plum" in China

* cult: 숭배, 예찬
* totem  [^|toʊtəm]: 상징물
* vanity: 허영심, 자만심
* signifier: a sign which convey meaning
* individualistic: 개인주의적인, 개성이 강한

* high hopes: 높은 희망, 큰 기대
ex> We have high hopes for our firstborn son because he is intelligent and responsible.

* top notch: very high standard or quality
ex> People with rare diseases seek help at UCLA because it is a top notch research hospital.

* champagne taste: 고상한 취향, 샴페인 맛
ex> I have champagne taste on a beer budget.
expensive wants or preference which one lacs the finances to fulfill satisfactorily