orientation
noun
[ ˌɔːrɪənˈteɪʃ(ə)n ]
• the action of orienting someone or something relative to the points of a compass or other specified positions.
• "studies of locational awareness and orientation in young children"
• a person's basic attitude, beliefs, or feelings in relation to a particular subject or issue.
• "his book is well worth reading, regardless of your political orientation"
• familiarization with something.
• "many judges give instructions to assist jury orientation"
Similar:
adaptation,
adjustment,
accommodation,
familiarization,
acclimatization,
settling in,
induction,
training,
guidance,
introduction,
initiation,
briefing,
Origin:
mid 19th century: apparently from orient.
