🧭Compass

noun
/ˈkʌm.pəs/

Meaning

an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north

Example Sentences

The hiker used a compass to find the right direction.

Synonyms

navigation tool, direction finder, magnetic compass

Collocations

magnetic compass, compass needle, compass direction, navigation compass

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