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the act of orienting
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an integrated set of attitudes and beliefs
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a course introducing a new situation or environment
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a person's awareness of self with regard to position and time and place and personal relationships
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a predisposition in favor of something
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the position in relation to geographical or directional references
- Before starting the hike, the group checked their orientation using a compass to ensure they were heading north.
- The architect designed the building with its main entrance facing east, in accordance with the site's orientation towards the rising sun.
- Sailors rely on celestial navigation and landmarks to maintain accurate orientation while at sea.
- Urban planners consider solar orientation when designing buildings to maximize natural light and energy efficiency.
- During the field trip, the guide explained how to use landmarks for orientation in the dense forest.