Asiatic (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to or characteristic of Asia or the peoples of Asia or their languages or culture; "Asian countries".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The asiatic influence on Western art can be seen in the intricate patterns and designs used in ceramics and textiles.
- Asiatic cultures have a rich tradition of storytelling, with epic poems and novels that date back thousands of years.
- The Asiatic lion is a subspecies of lion that is native to the Indian subcontinent and is found only in the Gir Forest.
- In the 19th century, European explorers often referred to the asiatic steppes as a vast, mysterious, and uncharted region.
- The asiatic cuisine at the restaurant featured a fusion of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean dishes.