Orient: meaning, definitions and examples

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orient

 

[ หˆษ”หrษชษ™nt ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in geography

The orientation of a map is the relationship between the directions on the map and the corresponding compass directions in reality. It is crucial for accurately interpreting and using maps.

Synonyms

alignment, direction, positioning

Examples of usage

  • The map's orientation was clearly marked with the north arrow.
  • Before starting the hike, make sure you understand the orientation of the map.
Context #2 | Noun

in psychology

Orientation refers to a person's awareness of self in relation to time, place, and identity. It is often assessed in medical settings to evaluate cognitive function.

Synonyms

awareness, clarity, consciousness

Examples of usage

  • The patient's orientation to time and place seemed intact.
  • The doctor conducted a brief orientation test to assess the patient's cognitive status.
Context #3 | Verb

in business

To orient something means to align or position it in a specific direction or towards a particular goal. It is commonly used in the context of training or guiding employees.

Synonyms

align, direct, position

Examples of usage

  • The new employees were oriented to the company's mission and values.
  • It's important to orient your marketing strategies towards the target audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "orient" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น orientar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฟเคฐเฅเคฆเฅ‡เคถเคฟเคค เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช orientieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengorientasikan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั€ั–ั”ะฝั‚ัƒะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ orientowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ–นๅ‘ไป˜ใ‘ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท orienter

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ orientar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yรถnlendirmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€ํ–ฅํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠูˆุฌู‡

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ orientovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ orientovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎšๅ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ usmerjati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stefna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐา“ั‹ั‚ั‚ะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒกแƒแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ—แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yรถnlษ™ndirmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ orientar

Etymology

The word 'orient' has its origins in Latin 'orientem' meaning 'the east'. It was originally used to refer to the direction in which the sun rises, hence symbolizing the beginning or the 'orient'. Over time, the term evolved to encompass broader meanings related to direction, alignment, and positioning.

See also: disorient, disorientation, disoriented, disorientedly, oriental, orientation.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,115, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.