east wing

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The east wing is the portion of a building extending from or situated on its eastern side.

Large structures like palaces, mansions, hospitals, and government buildings often have named wings: The East Wing of the White House houses the First Lady's offices.

The term appears in architectural descriptions and wayfinding: Take the elevator to the east wing.

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executive residence · presidential · secret service · rose garden · first lady · hallway · section · architecture · rooms · chambers · extension · mansion · palace · government · political · state dinner · drama · television

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directional orientation

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Direction of sunset's edge

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architectural relationship to whole

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Primary structure of complex

main hall · central hub · headquarters · main house

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