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noun
- 1. an instrument containing a magnetized pointer which shows the direction of magnetic north and bearings from it: "walkers should be equipped with a map and compass"
- 2. an instrument for drawing circles and arcs and measuring distances between points, consisting of two arms linked by a movable joint, one arm ending in a point and the other usually carrying a pencil or pen: "a regular heptagon cannot be constructed accurately with only ruler and compass"
verb
- 1. go round (something) in a circular course: "the ship wherein Magellan compassed the world"
- 2. contrive to accomplish (something): "he compassed his end only by the exercise of violence"
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Learn the meaning of compass as a device for finding direction, a measuring tool, or a limit. See how to use compass in sentences and phrases with examples from the Cambridge English Corpus.
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A compass is a device that shows the cardinal directions used for navigation and geographic orientation. Learn about the origin, design and features of different compasses, such as magnetic, liquid-filled, orienteering and marine compasses.
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noun. an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" “within the compass of this article” synonyms: ambit, orbit, range, reach, scope. see more. noun. the limit of capability. “within the compass of education” synonyms: grasp, range, reach. see more. verb. travel around, either by plane or ship.
1. countable noun B2. A compass is an instrument that you use for finding directions. It has a dial and a magnetic needle that always points to the north. We had to rely on a compass and a lot of luck to get here. 2. plural noun [oft a pair of NOUN] Compasses are a hinged V-shaped instrument that you use for drawing circles.
Definition of compass noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
