orientation meaning and definition

ORIENTATION noun

Definition of orientation (noun)

1. the act of orienting
2. an integrated set of attitudes and beliefs
3. position or alignment relative to points of the compass or other specific directions
4. a predisposition in favor of something
   • "a predilection for expensive cars"; "his sexual preferences"; "showed a Marxist orientation"
   • synonyms: predilection, preference
5. a person's awareness of self with regard to position and time and place and personal relationships
6. a course introducing a new situation or environment
   • synonyms: orientation course