far east
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Definition
Noun: - A popular expression for the countries of eastern Asia: This term is a collective, non-technical name for the region of East Asia and sometimes parts of Southeast Asia. It traditionally includes nations such as China, Japan, Korea, Mongolia, Taiwan, and often extends to Indochina and eastern Siberia.
Usage
- The term is used as a proper noun to refer broadly and collectively to a major cultural and geographical region.
- It is often used in historical, economic, and cultural contexts.
- : "Trade between Europe and the Far East expanded significantly in the 19th century."
- : "He has a deep interest in the art and history of the Far East."
Advanced Usage
- The term "Far East" is considered by some to be Eurocentric, as it describes the region from a European geographical perspective. More contemporary and neutral terms like "East Asia" or specific country names are often preferred in modern academic and diplomatic contexts.
- : "While the term Far East is still used in historical texts, modern scholars often refer to the subregion as 'East Asia'."
Variants and Related Words
- East Asia (n): A more modern and precise term for the region typically including China, Japan, the Koreas, Mongolia, and Taiwan.
- Southeast Asia (n): A distinct subregion of Asia, including countries like Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines, which may sometimes be grouped under the broader, traditional "Far East" but is now correctly identified separately.
Synonyms
- Orient: An older, now largely outdated and often considered offensive term for the countries of East Asia.
- Eastern Asia: A more literal, descriptive synonym.
Notes on Usage
- The term is often capitalized: the Far East.
- It functions as a singular collective noun (e.g., "The Far East known for its ancient cultures").
- It is primarily a geographical and cultural designation, not a political one.
Noun
- a popular expression for the countries of eastern Asia (usually including China and Mongolia and Taiwan and Japan and Korea and Indochina and eastern Siberia)