Definition (noun) navigational instrument for finding directions
Definition (noun) an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:
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the range of a supersonic jet
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a piano has a greater range than the human voice
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the ambit of municipal legislation
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within the compass of this article
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within the scope of an investigation
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outside the reach of the law
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in the political orbit of a world power
Definition (noun) the limit of capability
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within the compass of education
Definition (noun) drafting instrument used for drawing circles
Definition (verb) bring about; accomplish
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This writer attempts more than his talents can compass
Definition (verb) travel around, either by plane or ship
Definition (verb) get the meaning of something
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Do you comprehend the meaning of this letter?
