compasses

noun

Meaning

A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).
A pair of compasses (a device used to draw an arc or circle).
The range of notes of a musical instrument or voice.
A space within limits; an area.
An enclosing limit; a boundary, a circumference.
Moderate bounds, limits of truth; moderation; due limits; used with within.
To surround; to encircle; to environ; to stretch round.
To go about or round entirely; to traverse.
To accomplish; to reach; to achieve; to obtain.
To plot; to scheme (against someone).

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