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    compass
    /ˈkʌmpəs/

    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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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCOMPASS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    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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    Learn the various meanings and uses of the word compass as a verb, noun, and adjective. Find synonyms, examples, word history, and related phrases for compass.

  4. www.dictionary.com › browse › compassCOMPASS Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    to attain or achieve; accomplish; obtain: To have compassed this task in the limited time available is no mean achievement. to contrive; plot; scheme: to compass a treacherous plan. to make curved or circular.

  5. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishcompass noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the word compass in English. Find out how to use it as an instrument, a direction, a range or a pair of tools.

  6. www.thefreedictionary.com › compassCompass - definition of compass by The Free Dictionary

    n. 1. a. A device used to determine geographic direction, usually consisting of a magnetic needle or needles horizontally mounted or suspended and free to pivot until aligned with the earth's magnetic field. b. Another device, such as a radio compass or a gyrocompass, used for determining geographic direction. 2.

  7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishCOMPASS definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Learn the various meanings and uses of the word compass, such as an instrument for finding directions, a tool for drawing circles, or a range of abilities or tones. See synonyms, pronunciation, examples, and word origin of compass.

  8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › compassCompass - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    noun. the limit of capability. “within the compass of education” synonyms: grasp, range, reach. see more. verb. travel around, either by plane or ship. “We compassed the earth” synonyms: circumnavigate. see more. verb. bring about; accomplish. “This writer attempts more than his talents can compass ” see more. verb. get the meaning of something.