compass
柯林斯词典
1. N-COUNT A compass is an instrument that you use for finding directions. It has a dial and a magnetic needle that always points to the north. 罗盘
We had to rely on a compass and a lot of luck to get here. 我们只得靠罗盘和很大的运气到达这儿。
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compass /ˈkʌmpəs/ (compasses)
剑桥词典
compass noun (DIRECTION DEVICE)
[ 可数名词：有复数形式的名词 ]a device for finding direction with a needle that can move easily and that always points to magnetic north
指南针，罗盘
compass noun (MEASURING DEVICE)
compasses [ 名词的复数形式 ]a V-shaped device that is used for drawing circles or measuring distances on maps
圆规，双脚规
compass noun (LIMIT)
[ 不可数或单数名词：没有复数形式的名词 ] formala particular range (of ability , activity , interest , etc.)
（能力、活动、兴趣等的）界限，范围，范畴
It's a musical instrument made of brass , somewhat like a cornet and with a similar compass. 这是一件黄铜乐器，跟短号有些类似，音域也与之相近。
The discussion went beyond the compass of my brain . 讨论超出了我的理解能力。 返回 compass