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eastern

[/ˈiːstərn/]
adjective
oriental
1. located in, directed toward, or coming from the east
The eastern coast of the country is very popular with tourists.
A costa oriental do país é muito popular entre os turistas.
2. of or relating to the East or Eastern Hemisphere
Eastern philosophy has influenced many Western thinkers.
A filosofia oriental influenciou muitos pensadores ocidentais.
3. of or relating to the Eastern Orthodox Church
Eastern Christianity has a rich tradition of iconography.
O cristianismo oriental tem uma rica tradição de iconografia.
Synonyms
orientaleasterlyeast-facing
Antonyms
westernocidental

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
oriental
most common usage
Portugal
oriental
standard usage, same as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

Eastern European
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Eastern Orthodox
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