■ noun 'ɔ:rɪənt , 'ɒr-
1》 ( the Orient ) literary the countries of the East, especially east Asia.
2》 the special lustre of a pearl of the finest quality (with reference to fine pearls from the East).
■ adjective 'ɔ:rɪənt , 'ɒr- literary ~al.
■ verb 'ɔ:rɪɛnt , 'ɒr-
1》 align or position relative to the points of a compass or other specified positions.
↘( ~ oneself ) find one's position in relation to unfamiliar surroundings.
2》 tailor (something) to specified circumstances.
Origin
ME: via OFr. from L. ~- 'rising or east', from oriri 'to rise'.