Definition
Definition of Western - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
mediaUS related to the genre about the American Old WestUS
- He loves watching Western movies on weekends.
2.
regionconnected to European or American culture and traditions
- Western cuisine is popular in many countries.
Expressions with Western
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final phase before transformation of Western society
The book discusses the twilight of Western civilization.
state in the west of Australia
Western Australia is the largest state in Australia.
happening in the western part of a broader context
Economic changes are noticeable on the Western front.
happening in the main area of fighting in Western Europe
Many soldiers fought bravely on the Western Front.
Western film made by Italian filmmakers
He loves watching old spaghetti Westerns on weekends.
type of pine tree native to western North America
The western yellow pine thrives in the mountainous regions of the Rockies..
novel about World War I experiences
I just finished reading All Quiet on the Western Front.
group of Apache people native to the Southwestern United States
The Western Apache have a distinct culture and language..
the Roman Catholic Church and sometimes the Anglican Communion
The Western Church includes many denominations with diverse practices.
the western part of the Roman Empire
The Western Empire fell in 476 AD.
from countries on Europe's western side
The Western European architecture is renowned worldwide.
islands in the west of Scotland
The Western Islands are known for their beautiful landscapes.
type of tree found in North America
The Western larch is common in Montana forests.
type of bird known for its distinctive song
The western meadowlark sang beautifully at dawn..
colorful bird found in North America
The Western Tanager is known for its bright plumage.
region in the western part of the United States
The Western United States is known for its diverse landscapes.
sociopolitical region in the west of Europe
Western Europe has a rich cultural heritage.
the Americas as a collective region
The Western Hemisphere has a rich cultural history.
territory in NW Africa with disputed sovereignty
Western Sahara has been a disputed region for decades.
countries in the west with advanced economies
The Western world has many technological advancements.
region in the western part of Africa
Western Africa is known for its diverse cultures and languages.
province in southwest South Africa with Cape Town as capital
Western Cape is famous for its wine production.
group of islands off the west coast of Scotland
The Western Isles are known for their stunning landscapes and rich history.
country in the South Pacific Ocean
Western Samoa is known for its beautiful beaches and coral reefs.
Origin of Western
Proto-Germanic, wester (west)
Terms with Western included in their meaning
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place name
nation in western Europe, part of the European Union, known for culture
location
towards the western part of an area
locality
location in the western part of a country or city
geography
pertaining to the western region
fashion
hat designed for women with a western style
music
South Korean pop music with Western influences
geography
western region or area and its inhabitants
western wear
clothing worn by cowboys
symbol
hat symbolizing western culture
Western fashion
long robe-like garment worn as formal or casual Japanese-style clothing
culture
cultural identity linked to the western city part
western livestock
type of cattle with long horns
meteorology
tropical cyclone in the western Pacific or Indian Ocean
location
situated in the western part
cultural meeting
in a place where eastern and western cultures meet
fusion music
music blending non-Western styles with modern elements
food
cuisine combining elements of Asian and Western foods
wilderness
large mountain range in western Canada known for outdoor activities
structure
high pommel of a Western saddle covered with leather
roping
part of a Western saddle for holding a rope
weather
very powerful tropical storm in the western Pacific with extremely strong winds
depiction
depicting Eastern cultures with Western perspectives
abr: Colorado
state in the western United States known for mountains
history
western part of America before the twentieth century
Examples of Western in a sentence
Western films are known for their dramatic landscapes. Western films often depict cowboys and outlaws. The Western philosophy course was enlightening.
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- French:western, occidental, ...
- German:Western, westlich, ...
- Italian:western, occidentale, ...
- Spanish:del Oeste, occidental, ...
- Portuguese:Western, ocidental, ...
- Chinese:西部的, 西方的, ...
- Japanese:西部劇の, 西洋の, ...
- Arabic:ويسترن, غَرْبي, ...
- Hebrew:מַעְרָבוֹנִי, מַעֲרָבִי, ...
- Russian:вестерн, ...
- Ukrainian:вестерн, західний, ...
- Hindi:वेस्टर्न, पश्चिमी, ...
Definition of western - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
directionon the side of a place that faces the sunset
- The western coast had mild weather.
2.
windRare blowing from the westRare
- A strong western wind swept across the plains.
Noun
1.
cinemaUS film set in the historic American WestUS
- We watched a classic western last night.
2.
- I ordered a western for lunch.
Images of western
sandwich filled with omelet, ham, peppers, and onions
Expressions with western
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style of popular music from the southern US
She loves listening to country and western on the radio.
opposed to ideas or influence from Western countries
The group spread anti-western messages online.
relating to cultures or places outside Europe and North America
She studies non-western art at university.
omelet with cheese, ham, onions, and bell peppers
I ordered a western omelet for breakfast.
western part of some activity or conflict where important events are happening
On the western front of the project, negotiations were finally progressing.
plant from western North America causing skin rash on contact
Western poison oak can cause a rash if you touch it.
large tree native to Pacific coast
The western red cedar grows tall in the forest.
sandwich with eggs, ham, and vegetables
I ordered a western sandwich for breakfast.
type of pine tree native to western North America
The western yellow pine thrives in the mountainous regions of the Rockies..
related to country music style or themes
She wore a country-and-western outfit to the concert.
type of bird known for its distinctive song
The western meadowlark sang beautifully at dawn..
large shrub or small tree with pink flowers
The western redbud blooms with pink flowers in spring.
toad species found in western North America
The western toad is commonly found in forests and grasslands.
great ape species native to western Africa
The western gorilla is critically endangered.
wood from a Pacific evergreen used for building and furniture
The furniture is made from Western hemlock.
resulting membrane showing protein bands after the method
The western blot showed clear bands for analysis.
North American lizard known as Sceloporus occidentalis
The western fence lizard is common in California.
way to hold a tennis racket for topspin
She improved her forehand with a western grip.
small migratory shorebird found in the Americas
The western sandpiper migrates along the Pacific coast.
1930s jazz-influenced style of country music
Western swing bands were popular in dance halls.
music genre blending country and western styles
She loves listening to country 'n' western.
high-jumping technique with a half-turn body movement
The athlete used the western roll to clear the bar.
Origin of western
Old English, westerne (west) + -ern (suffix)
Examples of western in a sentence
The western wall faces the setting sun every evening. The western breeze brought a cool relief. Farmers rely on the western winds for pollination. He collects memorabilia from every western he watches. The western featured a showdown at high noon. She packed a western for the picnic.
The diner serves a delicious western.
View all translations of western
Click below to see the appropriate translations facing each meaning.
- French:occidental, western, ...
- German:westlich, Western, ...
- Italian:occidentale, western, ...
- Spanish:occidental, western, ...
- Portuguese:ocidental, western, ...
- Chinese:西部的, 西部片, ...
- Japanese:西の, 西部劇, ...
- Arabic:غَرْبِيّ, فِيلْم غَرْبِي, ...
- Hebrew:מַעֲרָבִי, מַעְרָבוֹן, ...
- Russian:западный, вестерн, ...
- Ukrainian:західний, вестерн, ...
- Hindi:पश्चिमी, वेस्टर्न, ...
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