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   O·ri·en·ta·tion

   /ˌôrēənˈtāSH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. the determination of the relative position of something or someone (especially oneself): "the child's surroundings provide clues to help in orientation"
   • ▪ the relative physical position or direction of something: "two complex shapes, presented in different orientations" Similar positioninglocationpositionsituationliebearingsangleplacementdirectionalignmentemplacementlocatingsituating
   • ▪ an animal's change of position in response to an external stimulus, especially with respect to compass directions.
   • ▪ familiarization with something: "their training and orientation comes out of magazine and newspaper distribution" Similar adaptationadjustmentaccommodationfamiliarizationacclimatizationsettling in
   • ▪ a program of introduction for newcomers to a college or other institution: "she attended freshman orientation"
   • ▪ a person's basic attitude, beliefs, or feelings in relation to a particular subject or issue: "his book is well worth reading, regardless of your political orientation" Similar attitudeinclinationdirectionaimintention
   • ▪ short for sexual orientation

   Word Origin mid 19th century: apparently from orient.

   Derivatives

   • 1. orientational adjective

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2. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › orientationOrientation - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Definitions of orientation. noun. the act of orienting. see more. noun. position or alignment relative to points of the compass or other specific directions. see more. noun. a person's awareness of self with regard to position and time and place and personal relationships. synonyms: bearing. see more. noun. a predisposition in favor of something.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishORIENTATION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   ORIENTATION definition: 1. the particular things that a person prefers, believes, thinks, or usually does: 2. short for…. Learn more.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishORIENTATION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   3 days ago · orientation in British English. (ˌɔːrɪənˈteɪʃən ) noun. 1. the act or process of orienting or the state of being oriented. 2. position or positioning with relation to the points of the compass or other specific directions. 3. the adjustment or alignment of oneself or one's ideas to surroundings or circumstances.

5. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionorientation noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of orientation noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

6. www.thefreedictionary.com › orientationOrientation - definition of orientation by The Free Dictionary

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   1. the act or process of orienting or the state of being oriented. 2. (Navigation) position or positioning with relation to the points of the compass or other specific directions. 3. the adjustment or alignment of oneself or one's ideas to surroundings or circumstances. 4. (Education) chiefly.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › orientationORIENTATION | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   ORIENTATION definition: 1. the type of beliefs that a person has: 2. training or preparation for a new job or activity: . Learn more.

8. www.britannica.com › dictionary › orientationOrientation Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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   Britannica Dictionary definition of ORIENTATION. 1. [count, noncount] a : a person's feelings, interests, and beliefs. his political/religious/spiritual orientation. b : sexual orientation. She identifies herself as bisexual in orientation. people of different orientations. 2. : a main interest, quality, or goal. [count]