compass synonyms

compass

n.

  1. Boundary

    circumference, range, extent; see boundary, expanse, extent, range 2.

  2. Instrument

    magnetic compass, mariner's compass, direction finder, direction guide, surveyor's compass, earth inductor, sun compass, induction compass, gyrocompass, cardinal points, radio compass, needle*; see also device 1. See syn. study at circumference, range.

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