orientation — The process of becoming familiar with a new situation, or the direction something faces relative to its surroundings.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The process of becoming familiar with a new situation, or the direction something faces relative to its surroundings.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɔːriənˈteɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 오리엔테이션, 방향 설정
Korean pronunciation: 오-리-엔-테이-션 (강세: 테이)
Example Sentences
- The freshman orientation included a campus tour and a pizza party that lasted until midnight.
- Her political orientation changed dramatically after watching too many YouTube videos.
- The building's orientation was perfect for solar panels installation.
orientation
NOUN//ˌɔːriənˈteɪʃən//
The process of becoming familiar with a new situation, or the direction something faces relative to its surroundings.
The process of becoming familiar with a new situation, or the direction something faces relative to its surroundings.
Find your orientation, reach your destination, join the celebration!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'orient' meaning 'east' or 'the direction of the rising sun.' Medieval mapmakers traditionally placed east at the top of their maps, leading to the meaning of 'finding one's direction or position.'
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The freshman orientation included a campus tour and a pizza party that lasted until midnight.”
“Her political orientation changed dramatically after watching too many YouTube videos.”
“The building's orientation was perfect for solar panels installation.”
“During job orientation, she learned that casual Friday meant 'no pajamas' not 'anything goes'.”
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