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come out |
to reveal one's sexual orientation or gender identity. [1/8 definitions] |
gyrocompass |
a navigational device with a gyroscope rotor that maintains a stable orientation toward true north. |
gyroscope |
a device with a rotating wheel or disk, mounted on an axis that can turn freely in various or all directions, so that the wheel or disk can maintain a stable orientation in space despite any movement in its supports or surrounding parts. |
mooring |
(usu. pl.) elements that provide a sense of orientation and stability. [1/4 definitions] |
polarity |
orientation in opposite directions. [1/2 definitions] |
realign |
to put (something that has become skewed) back into proper orientation. [1/2 definitions] |
reorientation |
combined form of orientation. |
right |
a turn or orientation toward this side. [1/28 definitions] |
semicircular canal |
any of three loop-shaped tubular canals in the inner ear that maintain balance and orientation. |
wing |
a group characterized by its extreme political orientation. [1/14 definitions] |
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