Oriental-style
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/ˌɔːrɪˈɛntəl ˈstaɪl/
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/ˌɔːrɪˈen(t)əl ˈstaɪl/
in an eastern/Asian manner
Etymology
'Oriental' ultimately comes from Latin 'oriēns' (present participle of 'orīrī'), meaning 'rising' or 'east', via Old French and Late Latin; the English adjective 'Oriental' was formed with the suffix '-al' to mean 'of the east'.
'oriēns' (Latin) → 'orient' (Old French/Late Latin) → 'orient' (Middle English) → 'Oriental' (English, with suffix '-al') and later combined with 'style' to form the compound 'Oriental-style'.
Originally referring simply to the direction 'east' or 'rising', it came to mean 'relating to the regions east of Europe (the Orient)'; in modern usage the term 'Oriental' has narrowed to describe Asian-influenced styles and has also become viewed as outdated or potentially offensive when applied to people.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a style (in decoration, fashion, cuisine, etc.) that imitates or is influenced by the arts and traditions of the Orient.
The hotel features Oriental-style decor throughout its public rooms.
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Adjective 1
having characteristics, motifs, or design elements associated with the Orient (especially East or Southeast Asia); in the style of Asian decorative or artistic traditions.
She chose an Oriental-style dress for the themed party.
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Last updated: 2025/11/29 05:34