Distinctive character of a culture (5)

I believe the answer is:

ethos

(Other definitions for ethos that I've seen before include "Typical culture or attitudes" , "Cultural spirit" , "Distinctive attitudes of a people" , "Group's distinctive character" , "Moral atmosphere" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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