Compasses
['kʌmpəsis]
解释:
(n.) An instrument for describing circles, measuring figures, etc., consisting of two, or (rarely) more, pointed branches, or legs, usually joined at the top by a rivet on which they move.
编辑:内尔达
同义词及近义词：
n. pl. Dividers.
整理:瓦莱丽
例句:
- Compasses are sometimes carried on masts in iron vessels as a means of removing them from the disturbing influence of the iron of the hull. 佚名. 神奇的知识之书.
- Bradstreet had spread an ordnance map of the county out upon the seat and was busy with his compasses drawing a circle with Eyford for its centre. 阿瑟·柯南·道尔. 福尔摩斯历险记.
整理:瓦莱丽