Definition of Orient
Orient
ori·ent
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to align, adjust or set something relative to some particular positions, such as the points of a compass;
e.g. I tried to orient the map so that the river appeared to flow from left to right.
(verb)
to make oneself familiar with one's position, situation, or environment, especially when new or unfamiliar;
e.g. I looked at the street signs and tried to orient myself to see where I had to go.
(verb)
to provide someone with guidance, either by literally pointing them in a particular direction or by giving them information so that they can adjust to the right course of action;
e.g. She offered to orient them to the room where they needed to be. This training program will help orient you to the new job.
(verb)
to direct or adjust something so that it suits a particular purpose, circumstance, or set of interests;
e.g. The movie's director wanted to orient the movie towards teenagers, so he made sure not to include any strong language.
(noun)
(literary) the eastern part of the world, specifically Asia, especially eastern Asia and its countries (usually used as "Orient");
e.g. Her family came from the Orient to this country many years.
(noun)
a pearl that is of very fine quality and that has a great gloss or glow, or the gloss/glow on a fine pearl;
e.g. They admired the fine orient set in the ring.
(adjective)
(literary) shining, sparkling, glowing, usually referring to precious gems/stones;
e.g. The necklace was set with orient stones.
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