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The definition of compass

9 Definitions of: compass

    1. noun, an instrument for finding direction, usually having a magnetized needle which points to magnetic north swinging freely on a pivot
    2. noun, Also called: pair of compasses an instrument used for drawing circles, measuring distances, etc, that consists of two arms, joined at one end, one arm of which serves as a pivot or stationary reference point, while the other is extended or describes a circle
    3. noun, limits or range
    4. noun, music the interval between the lowest and highest note attainable by a voice or musical instrument
    5. noun, a circular course
    6. verb, to encircle or surround; hem in
    7. verb, to comprehend or grasp mentally
    8. verb, to achieve; attain; accomplish
    9. verb, to plot
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Synonyms: realm, range, field, area, reach, scope, sphere, limit, stretch, bound And more...
 

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