Definition

To move in a direction toward the west, often used to describe the movement of celestial bodies like the sun or moon.

Example

As the day ended, the sun began to wester, casting long shadows across the landscape.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how the sun wester every evening?

Yeah, it really creates such beautiful sunsets.

I love watching it as it wester behind the mountains.

Same here! It’s the perfect way to end the day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A strong wind that blows from the direction of the west.

Example

The wester brought cool air to the hot summer day.

Conversation

Did you feel that strong wester wind today?

Yeah, it was really pushing against me when I was biking.

I know right? It made the ride feel so much harder.

Root Explanation

**Wester** → The word 'wester' originates from Old English 'west', meaning the direction of the setting sun or the west. The suffix '-er' indicates a person or thing associated with a place or direction. Therefore, 'wester' refers to someone or something from the west or related to the west.

Memory Tip

Think of 'west' as the direction where the sun sets, and remember that 'wester' describes someone or something associated with that direction.

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