Compass Meaning

There are 7 meaning(s) for word Compass

Meaning 1 : the limit of capability

    Example : within the compass of education

    Synonyms : grasp,  range,  reach
Meaning 2 : an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:

    Example : within the compass of this article

    Synonyms : ambit,  orbit,  range,  reach,  scope
Meaning 3 : get the meaning of something

    Synonyms : apprehend,  comprehend,  dig,  get the picture,  grasp,  grok,  savvy
Meaning 4 : travel around, either by plane or ship

    Example : We compassed the earth

    Synonyms : circumnavigate
Meaning 5 : bring about; accomplish

    Example : This writer attempts more than his talents can compass

Meaning 6 : drafting instrument used for drawing circles

Meaning 7 : navigational instrument for finding directions


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