Compass — synonyms, definition

1. compass (Noun) archaic

ambit amplitude area bevel border boundary bounds breadth circle circuit circumference confine control device to indicate direction dial disc distance expanse extension extent • • •

compass (Noun) — Navigational instrument for finding directions.

compass (Noun) — An area in which something acts or operates or has power or control. ex. "within the compass of this article"

compass (Noun) — The limit of capability. ex. "within the compass of education"

compass (Noun) — Drafting instrument used for drawing circles.

capability capableness drafting instrument extent navigational instrument potentiality Palette approximate range ballpark confines contrast expanse gamut gyrocompass horizon internationalism internationality ken latitude magnetic compass pallet purview sight spectrum sweep view

2. compass (Verb) archaic

apprehend circumnavigate comprehend dig get the picture grok savvy

compass (Verb) — Travel around, either by plane or ship. ex. "We compassed the earth"

compass (Verb) — Get the meaning of something.

compass (Verb) — Bring about; accomplish.

accomplish achieve attain circle reach understand catch on cotton on digest figure get it get onto get wise intuit latch on tumble twig