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oriented

The correct spelling is oriented.

How to pronounce oriented

verb

Say it like: Oree-nte-d

The correct spelling is oriented. To build or place (something) so as to face eastward. For example: "The workers oriented all the signs to face the road."

Usage Examples

The workers oriented all the signs to face the road.

Let me just orient myself and we can be on our way.

Give him time to orient himself within the new hierarchy.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To build or place (something) so as to face eastward.
  2. 2.(by extension) To align or place (a person or object) so that his, her, or its east side, north side, etc., is positioned toward the corresponding points of the compass; (specifically) to rotate (a map attached to a plane table) until the line of direction between any two of its points is parallel to the corresponding direction in nature.
  3. 3.To direct towards or point at a particular direction.
  4. 4.To determine which direction one is facing.
  5. 5.To familiarize (oneself or someone) with a circumstance or situation.

adjective

  1. 1.Having a specific orientation.

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