western
Translation
western
Examples
This is a western country.
This is a western country.
I like watching western films.
I like watching western movies.
Western Australia is a large state.
Western Australia is a large state.
Grammar Patterns
((western + noun)) relating to the west This is a western country.
Similar Words
Synonyms: occidental; Antonyms: eastern, oriental
Etymology
From 'west' plus the suffix '-ern', which indicates direction or origin.
Memory Tips
Simply think of it as 'from the west'. For example, 'western food' is food from western countries.