nounπShareA magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north)."The hiker used his compass to find north and continue on the trail. "technologydevicenauticaldirectiongeographysailingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA pair of compasses (a device used to draw an arc or circle)."Using the compass, she carefully drew a perfect circle for her geometry assignment. "utensildevicemathtechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe range of notes of a musical instrument or voice."The pianist's compass included many high notes. "musicrangeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA space within limits; an area."The teacher's lesson plan had a clear compass: covering the key concepts of the unit within a week. "areaspaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn enclosing limit; a boundary, a circumference."within the compass of an encircling wall"areageographyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareModerate bounds, limits of truth; moderation; due limits; used with within."My teacher emphasized the compass of acceptable behavior in the classroom, reminding us to stay within the limits. "philosophymoralattitudecharactervalueChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareScope."The compass of her concerns was narrowed to just her schoolwork this semester. "rangedirectionareaChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA passing round; circuit; circuitous course."The child's route to school took a compass through the park and around the lake. "directionwayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo surround; to encircle; to environ; to stretch round."The roses completely compassed the garden, creating a beautiful border. "areaspaceplaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo go about or round entirely; to traverse."The security guard had to compass the entire building every hour to check for safety issues. "directiongeographynauticalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo accomplish; to reach; to achieve; to obtain."The student diligently studied for the exam to compass a good grade. "achievementactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo plot; to scheme (against someone)."The disgruntled employee began to compass his boss's downfall by spreading rumors and withholding important information. "planactionorganizationbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adverbπShareIn a circuit; round about."The delivery truck drove compass the block, looking for a parking space. "directionareawayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
