east
Translation
east
Examples
The sun rises in the east.
The sun rises in the east.
The wind is coming from the east.
The wind is coming from the east.
Grammar Patterns
((the east)) the direction from which the sun rises The sun rises in the east.
Similar Words
Synonyms: orient; Antonyms: west
Etymology
From Proto-Germanic *austra-, from a PIE root *aus- meaning 'to shine' or 'dawn'.
Memory Tips
Remember that the sun rises in the east. Think 'E' for 'early' light.