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The correct spelling is compasses.
How to pronounce compasses
noun
Say it like: Com-pas-ses
The correct spelling is compasses. A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north). For example: "within the compass of an encircling wall"
Usage Examples
“within the compass of an encircling wall”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).
- 2.A pair of compasses (a device used to draw an arc or circle).
- 3.The range of notes of a musical instrument or voice.
- 4.A space within limits; an area.
- 5.An enclosing limit; a boundary, a circumference.
verb
- 1.To surround; to encircle; to environ; to stretch round.
- 2.To go about or round entirely; to traverse.
- 3.To accomplish; to reach; to achieve; to obtain.
- 4.To plot; to scheme (against someone).
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