compass

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A magnetic or electronic device used to determine the cardinal directions (usually magnetic or true north).
2. 2
   A pair of compasses (a device used to draw circular arcs and transfer length measurements).
3. 3
   The range of notes of a musical instrument or voice.
4. 4
   A space within limits; an area.
5. 5
   An enclosing limit; a boundary, a circumference.
6. 6
   Moderate bounds, limits of truth; moderation; due limits; used with within.
7. 7
   Synonym of scope.
8. 8
   Range, reach.
9. 9
   A passing round; circuit; circuitous course.
10. 10
    A curved circular form.

Verb

1. 1
   To surround; to encircle; to environ; to stretch round.
2. 2
   To go about or round entirely; to traverse.
3. 3
   To accomplish; to reach; to achieve; to obtain.
4. 4
   To plot; to scheme (against someone).

Adverb

1. 1
   In a circuit; round about.