the particular things that a person prefers, believes, thinks, or usually does

We employ people without regard to their political orientation.

the particular interests, activities, or aims of an organization or business

the company's new eco-friendly orientation 公司保护生态环境的新定位

training or preparation for a new job or activity

The department has arranged an orientation session. 这个部门安排了一次岗前培训。

arrangement or direction

The building has an east-west orientation (= it is built on a line between east and west). 这幢大楼是东西向的。