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Compass
01
boussole
a device with a needle that always points to the north, used to find direction
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
the extent or area within which something functions, influences, or has authority
Exemples
His interests fall within the compass of medieval history.
03
an instrument with two legs, one holding a point and the other a pencil, used for drawing circles or arcs
Exemples
Every geometry student needs a ruler and a compass.
04
the outer boundary or extent of a person's capacity, power, or understanding
Exemples
Her patience has its compass.
to compass
01
to grasp, comprehend, or fully take in the meaning or scope of something
Exemples
Few can compass the depth of her reasoning.
02
encercler, faire le tour
to travel or navigate around something in a circular course
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
to bring about, achieve, or successfully accomplish something
Exemples
The conspirators compassed the king's downfall.
