Dictionary Entry
compass
nounFind the meaning of the word compass, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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An instrument with a magnetized needle that indicates magnetic north, used for navigation, or the range, scope, or extent of something.
Example Sentence
The explorer relied on his compass to maintain the correct heading while trekking through the wilderness.
Usage Note
A compass is primarily used by hikers, sailors, and pilots to find their direction and navigate. It can also describe the limits or full extent of a concept, area, or ability, as in 'within the compass of human understanding'.
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