East-West

[eest-west]

adjective

1. occurring between the East and the West, especially, formerly, occurring between the Soviet Union and the U.S..

   East-West trade; East-West relations.

Word History and Origins

Origin of East-West¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

Israel's defence minister told Israeli media that the IDF was "currently completing the capture of the Netzarim corridor to the western coast of Gaza" - a reference to the Israeli military zone which runs east-west from the perimeter with Israel.

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In L.A., the fragmentations are east-west; in Orange County, north-south.

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The simple East-West format of that game was an effort to get away from the musical performances, prolonged introductions and rosters drafted by team captains that had plagued the event for years.

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The Elizabeth line - London's east-west train line - won the prestigious award last year.

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Stewart took the hit to her knee during the last edition of the East-West rivalry on July 26.

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