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What does compass mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word compass? Here's what it means.

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. (music) The range of notes of a musical instrument or voice.
  4. (obsolete) A space within limits; area.
  5. (obsolete) An enclosing limit; boundary; circumference.
  6. Moderate bounds, limits of truth; moderation; due limits; used with within.
  7. Scope.
  8. (obsolete) A passing round; circuit; circuitous course.
Verb
  1. To surround; to encircle; to environ; to stretch round.
  2. To go about or round entirely; to traverse.
  3. (dated) To accomplish; to reach; to achieve; to obtain.
  4. (dated) To plot; to scheme (against someone).
Adverb
  1. (obsolete) In a circuit; round about.
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