West (Noun)
Meaning 1
British writer (born in Ireland) (1892-1983).
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Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 2
A location in the western part of a country, region, or city.
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Nouns denoting spatial position.
Meaning 4
The direction corresponding to the westward cardinal compass point.
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Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.
Meaning 5
The countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
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Meaning 6
English painter (born in America) who became the second president of the Royal Academy (1738-1820).
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Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 7
The cardinal compass point that is a 270 degrees.
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Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.
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Meaning 8
The region of the United States lying to the west of the Mississippi River.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The west has always been a symbol of freedom and opportunity in American folklore.
- During the 19th century, many people traveled to the west in search of gold and land.
- The vast open spaces of the west were perfect for raising cattle and sheep.
- As the US expanded, the west became increasingly populated and developed.
- In modern times, the west is home to many thriving cities, including Los Angeles and San Francisco.