JLPT N1
コンパス
コンパス is a loanword for a tool. You use it to draw circles or find your way.
Readings
1 Noun
Tool for Drawing Circles
The tool used in math, art, or design to draw perfect circles.
Example
算数 の 授業 で コンパス を 使って 円 を 描き ました 。
I used a compass to draw a circle in math class.
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2 Noun
Tool for Finding Direction
A navigational device with a magnetic needle that points north, used to determine direction.
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3 Noun
Length of Stride
A colloquial term for the length of a person’s legs or their stride.
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