Old World

designating or of a group of animals or plants native to the Eastern Hemisphere, esp. Eurasia and Africa

the Eastern Hemisphere; Europe, Asia, and Africa: often used specifically with reference to European culture, customs, etc.

adjective

  1. of or from the Old World, esp. Europe
  2. having or displaying certain usually good qualities or characteristics associated with European customs, manners, or standards: old-world hospitality

See Old World in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Of, relating to, or characteristic of the ancient world or a past era.

The Eastern Hemisphere. The term is often used to refer specifically to Europe.

Related Forms:

  • Oldˈ-Worldˈ (ōldˈwûrldˈ) adjective

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