Sentence examples for an oriental from inspiring English sources
The phrase "an oriental" is considered outdated and potentially offensive in contemporary written English.
It may have been used historically to refer to people or things from East Asia, but it is now generally replaced with more specific and respectful terms.
Example: "The museum features an oriental rug that dates back to the 18th century."
Alternatives: "an Asian" or "a person from the East".
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