Compasses
['kʌmpəsis]
解釋/意思:
(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.
編輯:内尔达
同義詞及近義詞：
n. pl. Dividers.
整理:瓦莱丽
例句/造句/用法:
- 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. 神奇的知識之書.
- 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. 亞瑟·柯南·道爾. 福爾摩斯歷險記.
整理:瓦莱丽