Origin: Latin suffix -al
Oriental has 5 different meanings across 1 category:
Alternative letter-case form of Oriental
"The ancient text described a magnificent necklace adorned with brilliant oriental pearls."
A precious stone, especially an orient pearl.
In plain English: An oriental is an old-fashioned and now considered offensive word used to describe someone from East Asia, which people should avoid using today.
"The old oriental rug added warmth to the living room floor."
Alternative letter-case form of Oriental
"The oriental pearl shimmered with an extraordinary luster that captivated all who saw it."
Of a pearl or other precious stone: having a superior lustre.
In plain English: The word oriental is an outdated term that was once used to describe things related to East Asia but should not be used because it can sound rude or offensive today.
"The oriental rug added warmth and color to the living room."
The word comes from the Latin orientalis, meaning "eastern," which was derived from oriens for "the rising of the sun." It entered English through Middle French and Anglo-Norman, eventually describing things associated with the East.