Meaning of the word orient in English

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orient

US /ˈɔːr.i.ent/

UK /ˈɔːr.i.ent/

to align or position something in relation to a specific direction or point

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The map was difficult to orient without a compass.

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We need to orient the solar panels towards the sun.

Synonym:

align position direct point set

to make someone familiar with a new situation or environment

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The company will orient new employees during their first week.

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It took him a while to orient himself to the new city.

Synonym:

familiarize acclimatize adjust adapt train

the direction toward the east, especially the point where the sun rises

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The church was built facing the orient.

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Sailors used to navigate by the stars and the orient.

Synonym:

east sunrise

the countries of Asia, especially East Asia

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Many exotic spices come from the Orient.

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Her art collection features pieces from the Orient.

Synonym:

East Asia

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