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compass meaning in Tamil

திசைகாட்டி ticaikāṭṭi

/ˈkʌm.pəs/

compass in Tamil: திசைகாட்டி (ticaikāṭṭi). In English, compass means a magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).

Tamil words for compass

instrument to determine cardinal directions
திசைகாட்டி ticaikāṭṭi

English meaning of compass

  1. noun A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).
  2. noun A pair of compasses (a device used to draw circular arcs and transfer length measurements).
  3. noun The range of notes of a musical instrument or voice.
  4. noun A space within limits; an area.

Full definition of compass

compass in a sentence

  • within the compass of an encircling wall

Synonyms of compass

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Questions about compass in Tamil

What is the meaning of compass in Tamil?
Compass in Tamil is திசைகாட்டி (ticaikāṭṭi).
compass என்பதன் தமிழ் அர்த்தம் என்ன?
Compass: திசைகாட்டி (ticaikāṭṭi).
What does compass mean in English?
Compass means a magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).

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