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/wɛst/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The western part of the world, especially in reference to Western culture or societies.
He is studying the development of the West in the modern era.
The direction toward the left side of a person facing north, opposite of east.
The sun sets in the west.
The area or region to the west of a specified point.
They traveled to the west to explore new lands.
adjective
Located in or coming from the west.
They live in a west-facing house that gets a lot of afternoon sun.
adverb
Towards the west; in a westward direction.
The crew sailed west to find new territories.
Etymology
From Old English 'west', from Proto-Germanic 'westraz', meaning 'the direction of the setting sun'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the Wild West
Refers to the American frontier period, known for lawlessness and cowboy culture.
to go west
To die, especially in a euphemistic or humorous sense.
westward expansion
The historical movement of settlers into the American West.
Related Words
western
Pertaining to the west or the western part of something.
westward
Moving or situated toward the west.
westerly
Coming from the west; toward the west.
Slang Meanings
Referring to someone from a western state in the USA
He's a west coast guy, always chill and laid back.
A term used in hip-hop culture to denote a cool or trendy lifestyle associated with the West Coast.
She's got that west vibe with her laid-back style.