oriental

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to the Eastern world, especially Asia.

• adjective

  Of or pertaining to the Orient, its peoples, or its cultures.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with oriental
ocidental , sentimental , mental

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Variants

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Oriental , oriental , orientally , Orientals , oriental fruit moth , oriental fruit moths , oriental peach moth , Oriental poppies , Oriental poppy , Oriental carpet , Oriental rug , oriental rugs , Oriental shorthair , Oriental shorthairs , Sierra Madre Oriental , Banda Oriental , Republica Oriental del Uruguay , Uruguay , Uruguayan

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Etymology

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From Old French oriental, from Latin orientalis, from oriens 'rising' (from orient 'rising'), from aurora 'dawn'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'oriental' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

2. The term 'orientalist' refers to a scholar or expert on the cultures and peoples of the Eastern world.

3. The term 'oriental rug' refers to a type of rug that originated in the Eastern world, particularly in Persia, Turkey, and India.

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Related Concepts

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1. Asia: The largest continent in the world, located primarily in the Eastern Hemisphere. It is home to over 4.5 billion people and a diverse range of cultures and languages.

2. Far East: A historical and cultural term used to describe the countries and regions of East Asia, particularly China, Japan, and Korea. It is often used to distinguish these countries from the Western world.

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Culture

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The term 'oriental' has been historically used to describe the peoples, cultures, and regions of Asia, particularly those considered to be part of the 'Far East'. It has been used in literature, art, and music to evoke images of exoticism and otherness. The term has been criticized for its colonialist and orientalist connotations, and is now generally considered outdated and insensitive.

How to Memorize "oriental"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the Eastern Hemisphere and the countries and cultures located there. Imagine the diverse landscapes, people, and customs.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'oriental' with the Eastern Hemisphere and the cultures and peoples of Asia. Think of exotic foods, colorful festivals, and ancient temples.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Orients Are In The East' to remember the meaning of 'oriental'.

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