Oriental (adjective)

  1. Of or from the east; eastern.
  2. Referring to the countries of Asia, especially those of the Far East.
  3. Referring to the cultures of Asia, especially those of the Far East.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french, or from latin orientalis, from oriens, orient- "the east". the noun use (late 16th century) originally denoted an inhabitant of the east.

Examples:

  1. Oriental cuisine is popular in the West.
  2. The Oriental rug was hand-woven in Iran.
  3. Oriental medicine has a long history.
  4. Oriental art is highly valued.
  5. The Oriental dancer performed a traditional dance.
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