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noun
- 1. the countries of the East, especially East Asia. literary "the treasures of the Orient"
- 2. the special lustre of a pearl of the finest quality (with reference to fine pearls from the East).
adjective
- 1. situated in or belonging to the east; oriental: literary "orient kings"
- 2. (especially of precious stones) lustrous.
verb
- 1. align or position (something) relative to the points of a compass or other specified positions: "the fires are oriented in direct line with the midsummer sunset" Similar
- 2. tailor or adapt (something) to specified circumstances: "magazines oriented to the business community" Similar
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Learn the various meanings and uses of the word orient as a verb, noun, and adjective. Find synonyms, examples, etymology, and related words for orient.
The Orient is an old-fashioned term for the countries of East and Southeast Asia. Learn how to use it in different contexts and compare it with the Occident and orient.
The Orient is a term referring to the East in relation to Europe, traditionally comprising anything belonging to the Eastern world. It is the antonym of the term Occident, which refers to the Western world.
lectures designed to orient the new students. Synonyms: relate, accustom. to place in any definite position with reference to the points of the compass or other locations: to orient a building north and south. to direct or position toward a particular object: Orient it toward that house.
Orient can mean the countries of Asia, especially of eastern Asia, or the iridescent luster of a pearl. It can also be a verb meaning to place or position something in a certain direction or to make someone familiar with a new situation.
Learn the meaning, pronunciation and grammar of the verb orient, which means to direct or adapt somebody or something to something else. See examples, synonyms and contrast with disorientate.
Learn the meaning, pronunciation, and usage of the word 'orient' and its synonyms, such as orientate, oriental, and occident. Find out the difference between 'orient' and 'orientate', and how to use them in sentences and idioms.
