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orientalism

Syllabification: (o·ri·en·tal·ism)

Definition of orientalism

noun

  • style, artefacts, or traits considered characteristic of the peoples and cultures of Asia.
  • the representation of Asia, especially the Middle East, in a stereotyped way that is regarded as embodying a colonialist attitude.

Derivatives

orientalist

noun & adjective

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