Synonyms of oriental

Noun


1. Oriental, oriental person, Asian, Asiatic

usage: a member of an Oriental race; the term is regarded as offensive by Asians (especially by Asian Americans)

Adjective


1. oriental, eastern (vs. western)

usage: denoting or characteristic of countries of Asia; "oriental civilization"

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Definition and meaning of oriental (Dictionary)