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To build or place (something) so as to face eastward.
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(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.
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To direct towards or point at a particular direction.
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The workers oriented all the signs to face the road.
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To determine which direction one is facing.
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Let me just orient myself and we can be on our way.
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To familiarize (oneself or someone) with a circumstance or situation.
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Give him time to orient himself within the new hierarchy.
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To set the focus of (something) so as to appeal or relate to a certain group.
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We will orient our campaign to the youth who are often disinterested.
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To change direction to face a certain way.