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oriental
CEFRC1
/ɔːɹiˈɛntəl/
adjective
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In plain English
- 01
adjective
Related to eastern countries or cultures; often avoided as outdated.
- 02
adjective
Extra detailOf a pearl or other precious stone: having a superior lustre.
Examples
He is something of an expert on oriental art.
I have an interest in oriental ceramics.
At a glance
Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale
- Senses
- 4
- Parts of speech
- 1
- Citations
- 1
- Synonyms
- 1
Deep Dive
adjective
Extra meaningsPertaining to the eastern part of the sky; happening before sunrise.
Alternative letter-case form of Oriental.
More examples
In context1848, National anthem of Uruguay Orientals, the Fatherland or the grave, Liberty or with glory we die!
He looked at her face. He ran his index finger down the bridge of her nose. “Exotic. The last one was an Oriental, too.” “Orientals are rugs and furniture,” Anna said. “Not people.”
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Origin
adjective
See Oriental.