western
Translation
western
Examples
He likes watching old western movies.
He likes watching old western movies.
This is a common practice in Western culture.
This is a common practice in Western culture.
The western part of the country is mountainous.
The western part of the country is mountainous.
Grammar Patterns
((western noun)) relating to the west or the Western world This is a common practice in Western culture.
Similar Words
Synonyms: occidental; Antonyms: eastern, oriental
Etymology
From the word 'west' plus the suffix '-ern', meaning 'of or relating to'.
Memory Tips
Think of cowboys and the American 'Wild West' to remember its meaning as a movie genre.