orientating

Meanings

• Verb

  Directing or helping someone to understand or face a new situation.

  - "The coach oriented the new players to the rules of the game."
  - "After the accident, the paramedics oriented the patient before transporting him to the hospital."

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Synonyms

orient

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Variants

List of all variants of orientating that leads to same result
orientate , orientated , orientates , orientating

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'orientare', meaning 'to face the east' or 'to rise'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'orientating' is often used in the context of space exploration to describe the process of determining the orientation of a spacecraft in relation to the sun, stars, or other celestial bodies.

2. In the context of architecture, 'orientating' refers to the practice of designing buildings to face a particular direction, often to maximize exposure to sunlight.

3. The term 'orientation' is related to 'orienting', but it refers more broadly to the process of becoming familiar with a new environment or situation, rather than specifically providing direction or guidance.

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Related Concepts

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1. Onboarding: The process of integrating new employees into an organization and familiarizing them with their roles and responsibilities.

2. Acclimatization: The process of adjusting to a new environment, especially a foreign one.

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Culture

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In literature, 'orientating' is often used metaphorically to describe the process of coming to terms with a new situation or understanding a complex concept.

How to Memorize "orientating"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the word 'orientating' as a compass that helps guide you in a new direction.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'orientating' with the idea of providing direction and guidance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym O-R-I-E-N-T-A-T-I-N-G to remember the meaning: Orientating = Offering Responsive Information, Explanations, and New Tools for Adaptation and Transformation.

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