English dictionary
eastern
/'/i/st/@/rn/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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of or characteristic of eastern regions of the United States
ExamplesThe Eastern establishment.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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relating to or characteristic of regions of eastern parts of the world
ExamplesEastern Europe.
The Eastern religions.
Antonyms westernSource: WordNet 3.0
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Situated or dwelling in the east; oriental; as, an <i>eastern</i> gate; <i>Eastern</i> countries.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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lying toward or situated in the east
ExamplesThe eastern end of the island.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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lying in or toward the east
ExamplesEastern cities.
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from the east; used especially of winds
ExamplesAn eastern wind.
Source: WordNet 3.0