Asian-style
|A-sian-style|
/ˈeɪʒənˌstaɪl/
in the manner of Asia
Etymology
'Asian-style' is a modern English compound formed from 'Asian' + 'style'. 'Asian' is the adjective form of 'Asia', and 'style' denotes manner or fashion.
'Asian' derives from Latin/Greek 'Asia' (Greek Ἀσία), originally a place-name for the region; 'style' comes from Latin 'stilus' meaning 'writing instrument', via Old French 'style' where it took the sense 'manner' before entering English. The compound 'Asian-style' developed in modern English by combining the adjective with 'style' to describe a manner or design associated with Asia.
Initially 'style' referred to a writing instrument and then to a manner of writing; over time it broadened to mean a manner, design, or mode of expression. 'Asian' originally identified the geographic region 'Asia' and later came to mean 'of or relating to Asia', a sense maintained in compounds like 'Asian-style'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a particular style, design, or manner that is characteristic of Asian cultures (often used with a modifier, e.g., 'an Asian-style decor').
The restaurant's Asian-style gives it a warm, communal atmosphere.
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Adjective 1
having the characteristics, manner, appearance, or design typical of Asia or Asian cultures; fashioned or done in an Asian manner.
They served Asian-style dishes at the banquet to reflect the region's culinary traditions.
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Last updated: 2025/10/07 07:49