| 释义 |
west·ern·ism
\-ˌnizəm\ noun
(-s)
Usage: often capitalized
1.
a. : a locution or pronunciation characteristic of a western region and especially of the western United States
b. : an attitude or trait characteristic of a westerner
2.
a. : a western institution or concept
< the Japanese took over the forms of westernism, including a constitution and a parliament — Nathaniel Peffer >
b. : adherence to or advocacy of western traditions and techniques |