East

usgb/iːst/
noun

The direction that you face when you see the sun rise.

The sun rises in the east.
Visual representation of "east" - The direction that you face when you see the sun rise.

Often appears as...

  • east coast
  • east side
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Visual representation of "east"
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Sunrise Indicator

East is where the sun appears every morning, helping you identify the direction.

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If you're lost in the woods, remember that the sun rises in the east.
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Opposite of West

East is the direct opposite of west, forming the basic geographical axis with north and south.

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If you face north, east will be on your right hand.
Visual representation of the word "East"

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