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方位 — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • bearing noun A mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.
  • orientation noun An introductory session or programme that familiarises new students, employees or members with a place and its procedures.

Senses

方位 is used for these senses in English:

  • bearing (mechanical engineering) A mechanical device that supports another part or reduces friction.
  • bearing (navigation, nautical) The horizontal angle between the direction of an object and another object, or between it and that of true north; a heading or direction.

bearing — full definition

  1. noun A mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.
  2. noun A direction or angle measured relative to true north, used to describe position or heading.
  3. noun A person's posture, manner, or general demeanour.
  4. noun Relevance or connection to a matter.

orientation — full definition

  1. noun An introductory session or programme that familiarises new students, employees or members with a place and its procedures.
  2. noun The direction or position in which something is placed or facing relative to its surroundings.
  3. noun A person's pattern of sexual or romantic attraction; short for sexual orientation.
  4. noun The general outlook, leaning or set of priorities of a person, organisation or piece of work.

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