OCCIDENTALLY

Etymology

Adverb

occidentally (comparative more occidentally, superlative most occidentally)

In an occidental manner.

Source: Wiktionary


OCCIDENTAL

Oc`ci*den"tal, a. Etym: [L. occidentalis; cf. F.occidental.]

1. Of, pertaining to, or situated in, the occident, or west; western;

– opposed to oriental; as, occidental climates, or customs; an occidental planet.

2. Possessing inferior hardness, brilliancy, or beauty; -- used of inferior precious stones and gems, because those found in the Orient are generally superior.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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