orienteering

Definition

Orienteering is a sport that involves using a map and compass to find your way around a course. You start at a designated point and have to find a series of control points, which are marked on the map. You can use the compass to find the direction of each control point, and the map to see how to get there.

How can the word be used?

Orienteering is a relatively new sport, dating back to the early 20th century.

Different forms of the word

Noun: A sport in which participants use a map and compass to navigate through an unfamiliar area.

Adjective: Relating to orienteering.

Etymology

The word "orienteering" comes from the Swedish word "orientering," which means "orientation." The Swedish word "orientering" is made up of the words "orientera" (to orient) and "-ing" (the act of).

The word "orienteering" was first used in English in the 1940s. It was used to refer to the sport of orienteering.

Question

When might it be useful to use orienteering skills?