east

(noun) the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees. Synonyms: due east, eastward, E.

(noun) the countries of Asia. Synonyms: East, Orient.

(noun) the region of the United States lying to the north of the Ohio River and to the east of the Mississippi River. Synonyms: East, eastern United States.

(noun) the direction corresponding to the eastward cardinal compass point.

(noun) a location in the eastern part of a country, region, or city.

(adj) situated in or facing or moving toward the east. Synonyms: east (vs. west).

(adv) to, toward, or in the east. Examples: "We travelled east for several miles." "Located east of rome."