orientation
/ˌɔriənˈteɪʃən/
noun
- The act or process of determining one's position or direction relative to a reference point.
- Hikers use a compass for orientation in the wilderness.
- Good spatial orientation is important for pilots and drivers.
- The map provides orientation by showing landmarks and cardinal directions.
- A person's general attitude, interests, or focus.
- His political orientation leans toward environmental issues.
- The company has a strong customer-service orientation.
- The school's orientation is focused on hands-on learning.
- A program or session that introduces someone to a new environment, such as a job, school, or organization.
- Freshman orientation helps students learn about campus life.
- The orientation covered safety procedures and company policies.
- All new employees must attend a two-day orientation.
- The relative position or alignment of something.
- Check the orientation of the image before printing.
- The orientation of the crystals affects their optical properties.
- The orientation of the building allows for natural cooling.
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