Word Meaning

Meaning of "occidental" and the crossword clue

- Accidental mistake with the start of western
- Relating to the countries of Europe and America
- Of, pertaining to, or situated in, the occident, or west; western; -- opposed to oriental; as, occidental climates, or customs; an occidental planet.
- Possessing inferior hardness, brilliancy, or beauty; -- used of inferior precious stones and gems, because those found in the Orient are generally superior.