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We have found lemma(root) word of orients : orient.
Definitions
[ˈɒrɪənt], (Noun)
Definitions:
- the countries of Asia, especially East Asia
(e.g: the treasures of the Orient)
- the special lustre of a pearl of the finest quality (with reference to fine pearls from Asia)
Phrases:
Origin
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late Middle English: via Old French from Latin orient- ‘rising or east’, from oriri ‘to rise’
[ˈɒrɪənt], (Adjective)
Definitions:
- situated in or belonging to the east; oriental
(e.g: orient kings)
- (especially of precious stones) lustrous
Phrases:
Origin
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late Middle English: via Old French from Latin orient- ‘rising or east’, from oriri ‘to rise’
[ˈɔːrɪɛnt], (Verb)
Definitions:
- align or position (something) relative to the points of a compass or other specified positions
(e.g: the fires are oriented in direct line with the midsummer sunset)
- tailor or adapt (something) to specified circumstances
(e.g: magazines oriented to the business community)
Phrases:
Origin
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late Middle English: via Old French from Latin orient- ‘rising or east’, from oriri ‘to rise’
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