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ˈkʌm
kam
pass
pəs
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British pronunciation
/ˈkʌmpəs/

Définition et signification de « compass » en anglais

Compass
01

boussole

a device with a needle that always points to the north, used to find direction
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compass definition and meaning
example
Exemples
Sailors have relied on the compass for centuries to find their way across the open seas.
Les marins se sont appuyés sur la boussole pendant des siècles pour trouver leur chemin en haute mer.
02

étendue, portée

the extent or area within which something functions, influences, or has authority
example
Exemples
His interests fall within the compass of medieval history.
Ses intérêts se situent dans le cadre de l'histoire médiévale.
03

compas, compas à dessin

an instrument with two legs, one holding a point and the other a pencil, used for drawing circles or arcs
example
Exemples
Every geometry student needs a ruler and a compass.
Chaque élève en géométrie a besoin d'une règle et d'un compas.
04

étendue, portée

the outer boundary or extent of a person's capacity, power, or understanding
example
Exemples
Her patience has its compass.
Sa patience a son compas.
to compass
01

comprendre, appréhender

to grasp, comprehend, or fully take in the meaning or scope of something
example
Exemples
Few can compass the depth of her reasoning.
Peu peuvent embrasser la profondeur de son raisonnement.
02

encercler, faire le tour

to travel or navigate around something in a circular course
example
Exemples
The aircraft had to compass the storm by altering its course, avoiding turbulent weather patterns for a smooth journey.
L'avion a dû contourner la tempête en modifiant sa trajectoire, évitant ainsi les conditions météorologiques turbulentes pour un voyage en douceur.
03

réaliser, accomplir

to bring about, achieve, or successfully accomplish something
example
Exemples
The conspirators compassed the king's downfall.
Les conspirateurs ont accompli la chute du roi.
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