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asiatically

|a-si-at-ic-al-ly|

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/ˌeɪziˈætɪk/

(asiatic)

relating to Asia

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'asiatic' originates from Latin 'Asiaticus', ultimately from Greek 'Asiatikos', based on the place name 'Asia'.

Historical Evolution

'Asiatikos' (Greek) → 'Asiaticus' (Latin) → Middle English/early modern English 'asiatic' → modern English 'asiatic' and derived adverb 'asiatically'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'of or from Asia'; over time it has kept that core sense and now also describes style or manner 'in an Asiatic way'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner relating to Asia, its peoples, cultures, or characteristics; in an Asiatic or Asian style.

The palace was decorated asiatically, with sweeping eaves and intricate woodwork.

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