English Explanatory Dictionary

misorientate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To position (something) incorrectly, especially so that it faces in the wrong direction.
  2. To become incorrectly positioned, especially to face in the wrong direction.
  3. To become confused about one's position relative to one's environment; to become disoriented.

Word forms

misorientate misorientates misorientating misorientated

Etymology

From mis- + orientate.

Synonyms

misorient misposition
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