magnetic compass

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Definitions of magnetic compass words

noun magnetic compass a compass having a magnetized needle generally in line with the magnetic poles of the earth. 1
noun magnetic compass a compass containing a magnetic needle pivoted in a horizontal plane, that indicates the direction of magnetic north at points on the earth's surface 0
noun magnetic compass an instrument for indicating geographical directions magnetically, as by the action of the earth's magnetic field on a magnetic needle 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 29% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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