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Orientating Arrow

Description:

An orientating arrow is a symbol used to indicate the direction or orientation of an object or location.

Examples:

Noun - Locally Popular Usage:

In some local hiking trails, an orientating arrow is placed at regular intervals to guide hikers in the right direction.

Verb - Popular Usage:

Before starting the treasure hunt, the children spent some time orientating the arrow to ensure they were heading in the correct direction.

Noun - Common Usage:

In a map or a compass, the orientating arrow is often used as a reference point to determine the cardinal directions.

Adjective - Local Usage:

The orientating arrow sticker on the floor helped the attendees of the conference to find their way to the different conference rooms.

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Compass - A device that uses an orientating arrow to determine directional orientation.

Hiking Trail Map - Maps that often include orientating arrows to assist hikers with navigation.