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orientation
Noun
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Someone's or something's orientation is the way they face, physically or psychologically.
As homosexuality becomes more accepted, sexual orientation becomes a more common topic.
An arrow is usually used to indicate the orientation of the map.
The program gives you complete control over the size and orientation of the letters on the page.
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An orientation to something is when somebody is first introduced to a place or a machine.
Library orientation and instruction should be available when the user feels an interest or need.
A quick orientation to the software is available for new users.
sub
Noun
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Short for submarine.
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Short for submarine sandwich.
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Short for substitute.
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Short for subscription.
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Short for submissive.
sub
Verb
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To substitute for.
I subbed for an injured player during last night's game.
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To work as a substitute teacher, especially in primary and secondary education.
Now that I've retired from my full-time teaching job, I'll do some subbing from time to time to keep busy and earn a little extra money.
Ms. Smith subs for Mr. Jones' math class when he's sick.
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, To replace (a player) with a substitute.
He never really made a contribution to the match, so it was no surprise when he was subbed at half time.