Orient

Orient
Orient O"ri*ent ([=o]"r[i^]*[e^]nt), v. t. [F. orienter. Cf. {Orientate}.] 1. To define the position of, in relation to the orient or east; hence, to ascertain the bearings of. [1913 Webster]

2. Hence: To acquaint with new surroundings or a new situation. [PJC]

3. Fig.: To correct or set right by recurring to first principles; to arrange in order; to orientate. [1913 Webster]

4. Same as {Orientate}, 2. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]

5. To place (a map or chart) so that its east side, north side, etc., lie toward the corresponding parts of the horizon; specif. (Surv.), 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. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]


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