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Rarepair of compasses
The correct spelling is pair of compasses.
How to pronounce pair of compasses
noun
Say it like: Pay-r o-f c-omp-ass-es
The correct spelling is pair of compasses. A tool used to draw circles, usually consisting of two arms joined at one end in such a way that the arms can be opened and closed; one of the arms is pointed at its free end wh…
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noun
- 1.A tool used to draw circles, usually consisting of two arms joined at one end in such a way that the arms can be opened and closed; one of the arms is pointed at its free end while the other holds a pencil, pencil lead or some other implement for making marks.
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