Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • See orientalize.

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  • verb make oriental in character

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Examples

  • Byron's "Bride of Abydos" or his "Giaour;" take some such charming creature, fair and fresh-complexioned, white and pink, and plunge her in the atmosphere of the harem, which will orientalise her charms and give her that -- whatever it is -- which characterises the undulating fascinations of the sultanas.

    French and Oriental Love in a Harem Mario Uchard

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