orient

US /ˈɔːr.i.ent/
UK /ˈɔːr.i.ent/
"orient" picture
1.

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.
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alignpositiondirectpointset
2.

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.
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familiarizeacclimatizeadjustadapttrain
1.

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.
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eastsunrise
2.

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.
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EastAsia
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orientationorientalismOriental Shorthairoriental cockroachcustomer-orientedgoal-oriented