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compass

5 definitions • 3 examples
1
a device for finding direction with a needle that can move easily and that always points to magnetic north
2
a V-shaped device that is used for drawing circles or measuring distances on maps:

Examples:

You will need sharp scissors, a ruler, and a pair of compasses for making circles.
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Examples:

It's a musical instrument made of brass, somewhat like a cornet and with a similar compass.
The discussion went beyond the compass of my brain.
4
a device for finding direction with a thin pointed metal part that turns to always point north
5
a device in the shape of an upside down V whose two pointed, movable parts can be used to draw circles or measure distances on maps

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