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Orient

noun
/ˈɔr.i.ənt/

Meaning

the East, especially countries of eastern Asia; to determine one's position or direction
to align or position something relative to a particular point or direction

Example Sentences

Many spices come from the Orient.

The map helps tourists orient themselves in the city.

Example Expressions

orient yourself

Synonyms

East, eastern countries, Asia, Far East, align, adjust, position, direct, familiarize
Entry 1
East, eastern countries, Asia, Far East
Entry 2
align, adjust, position, direct, familiarize

Antonyms

Occident, West, western countries, confuse, disorient, mislead
Entry 1
Occident, West, western countries
Entry 2
confuse, disorient, mislead

Collocations

Far Orient, Orient Express, orient oneself, orient the building, orient towards, orient correctly
Entry 1
Far Orient, Orient Express, orient oneself
Entry 2
orient oneself, orient the building, orient towards, orient correctly

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