orientation

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA: /ˌɔɹiɛnˈteɪʃən/

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Noun

Singular orientation

Plural orientations

This arrow shows the orientation of the map.

1. maganadiso

   Migrating birds navigate by the stars, by the orientation of the earth’s magnetic field, or by some form of internal map. <> Tsuntsaye masu kaura suna tafiya ta wajen bin taurari, ta wajen maganadiso na duniya, ko kuma ta wajen wasu irin taswira ta cikin duniya.

2. (countable) Someone's or something's orientation is the way they face, physically or psychologically. <> inda ake fuska. fasali.

   As homosexuality becomes more accepted, sexual orientation becomes a more common topic.

   An arrow is usually used to indicate the orientation of the map.

   The program gives you complete control over the size and orientation of the letters on the page.

3. (countable & uncountable) An orientation to something is when somebody is first introduced to a place or a machine. <> gabatarwa. wayar da kai.

   Library orientation and instruction should be available when the user feels an interest or need.

   A quick orientation to the software is available for new users.

Synonyms

• direction
• tendency
• introduction
• explanation

Related words

• orient