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the West
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. the West
  2. 2. the Occident
  3. 3. Western world
This noun refers to the Western world, broadly encompassing Europe and sometimes the Americas. It is commonly used in historical, cultural, and comparative contexts to contrast Western customs, ideas, or styles with those of Asia.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

In other words, the West isn't a distant place — it's also a direction of thought.

Sentence 2

If you were going to cook a Western dish, where would you start?

Sentence 3

Even so, Western stories paint loneliness in vivid detail.

Sentence 4

Well, chasing whatever's trendy in the West isn't always the right move, is it.

Sentence 5

Hey, is it true you already made a reservation at that Western restaurant?