Navigation (noun)

1. The act or process of finding one's way to a destination, especially by using a map and compass or GPS.
2. The act or process of directing the movement of a ship, aircraft, or spacecraft.
3. The science or technique of determining a ship's or aircraft's position and course, especially using instruments such as a compass and sextant.

Origin:

From middle french navigation, from latin navigatio, from navis (ship) + agere (to drive, guide).

Examples:

1. The navigation system in the car made it easy to find our way to the hotel.
2. The navigation of the ship was aided by the lighthouse.
3. The navigation of the aircraft was guided by the air traffic control tower.
4. The navigation of the spacecraft was monitored by mission control.
5. The navigation of the boat was made easier by the GPS.