compass

  1. Noun.  A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).
  2. Noun.  A pair of compasses (a device used to draw an arc or circle).
  3. Noun.  The range of notes of a musical instrument or voice.
  4. Noun.  (obsolete) A space within limits; area.
  5. Noun.  Scope.
  6. Verb.  To surround; to encircle; to environ; to stretch round.
  7. Verb.  To go about or round entirely; to traverse.
  8. Verb.  (dated) To accomplish; to reach; to achieve; to obtain.
  9. Verb.  (dated) To plot; to scheme (against someone).
  10. Adverb.  (obsolete) In a circuit; round about.

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