Question

Explain the word orient.

Answer 1

1. the countries of the East, especially East Asia.

2. the special lustre of a pearl of the finest quality (with reference to fine pearls from the East).

Answer 2

Orient- The countries to the east of the Mediterranean, usually referring to Asia. The term arises out of a western viewpoint that sees this region as pre-modern, traditional and mysterious.

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