compass

noun
UK: /ˈkʌmpəs/
US: /ˈkʌmpəs/

  1. An instrument for showing direction, with a needle that always points to north.

    1. I use a compass to find north.
    2. The ship's compass guided them safely through the storm providing reliable orientation.

  2. The range or limit of something.

    1. His knowledge compass is very wide.
    2. The project's compass includes several areas that will require expert analysis.

  3. A tool for drawing circles and arcs.

    1. I need a compass for geometry class.
    2. She used a compass to draw perfectly symmetrical circles for her artwork.

Synonyms

range scope extent circuit
compass transitive-verb

  1. To go around something, often in a circular way.

    1. The road compass the lake.
    2. The mountain trail compass the peak, offering views on every side.

  2. To achieve or obtain something.

    1. I will compass my goal.
    2. With determination, she hoped to compass her dreams through hard work.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "compass" in English means: An instrument for showing direction, with a needle that always points to north., The range or limit of something., A tool for drawing circles and arcs..

The phonetic transcription of "compass" is /ˈkʌmpəs/ in British English and /ˈkʌmpəs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "compass": range, scope, extent, circuit.

Example usage of "compass": "I use a compass to find north.". More examples on the page.