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orientate

/ɒrɪˈneɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does orientate mean?

verb

to give directions to someone, or to turn something in a particular direction. To orientate something means to position it so that it is facing the correct direction.

Example

"The tourist was helped to orientate herself in the unfamiliar city by asking for directions from a local."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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