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foreign
01
related or belonging to a country or region other than your own
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
relational
ungradable
Examples
Watching foreign films provides viewers with a glimpse into the storytelling and cinematic styles of different cultures.
02
referring to interactions, relations, or affairs with other nations
Examples
Diplomats worked to ease foreign policy disputes through compromise and open communication.
03
originating from or introduced from outside
Examples
The painting’s style incorporates foreign elements not typically seen in local art.
04
unfamiliar or different from what is known or experienced
Examples
Speaking in a new language felt foreign to him at first, but he grew more confident over time.
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