compass
//ˈkʌm.pəs//
Noun
compassSingular
compassesPlural
1
A navigational instrument with a magnetized needle that points to magnetic north, used for determining direction.
The hikers used a compass to find their way through the forest.
2
A V-shaped drawing instrument used for drawing circles or arcs and measuring distances on maps.
Use a compass to draw a perfect circle.
3
The range or scope of something; the extent or limits within which something operates or exists.
This topic is beyond the compass of our discussion.
Synonym
Verb
compassInfinitive
compassesPresent tense
compassedPast tense
compassedPast participle
compassingPresent participle
compassesThird-person singular
1
To surround or encircle something completely.
The ancient walls compass the entire old town.
2
To achieve or accomplish something, especially through effort or planning.
With careful planning, she compassed all her goals for the year.