orientation

(noun) the act of orienting.

(noun) an integrated set of attitudes and beliefs.

(noun) position or alignment relative to points of the compass or other specific directions.

(noun) a predisposition in favor of something. Synonyms: predilection, preference. Examples: "A predilection for expensive cars." "His sexual preferences." "Showed a marxist orientation."

(noun) a person's awareness of self with regard to position and time and place and personal relationships.

(noun) a course introducing a new situation or environment. Synonyms: orientation course.