Definitions

1. noun

the direction or location of the sun when it rises, or the direction of the sunrise, generally considered to be the direction from which the wind blows in the Northern Hemisphere.

“The travelers headed east to reach their destination before nightfall.”

2. adverb

in or toward the east

“The eastbound train was running late due to engine problems.”

3. preposition

in or toward the east

“The city lies east of the river.”

4. adjective

located in or directed toward the east

“The east wing of the hotel was renovated recently.”

5. verb

to move in the direction of the east

“The boat easted to avoid the rocky shore.”