Entity: COMPASS
COMPASS is a versatile instrument used for determining directions or plotting with craft and skill. It can refer to a physical device indicating magnetic north or metaphorically to making choices or devising plans.
COMPASS
Etymology
The term 'COMPASS' has roots in various languages, including Greek and Latin, with possible connections to words related to striding, stepping, or passing over.
Definition
COMPASS is an instrument used for finding direction, typically featuring a magnetized needle pointing to magnetic north. Beyond its literal use, COMPASS can also signify plotting, contriving, or making choices with skill.
Historical Context
Throughout history, the COMPASS has been a vital tool for navigation at sea and on land, aiding explorers, sailors, and travelers in determining their course.
Cultural Significance
The COMPASS holds symbolic significance in various cultures, representing guidance, exploration, and decision-making. It is often associated with concepts of direction, purpose, and planning.
Related Concepts
Related concepts to COMPASS include navigation tools, orientation devices, and metaphorical uses of direction and guidance in decision-making.
See Also
- Navigation
- Orienteering
- Decision-making
An instrument for determining directions, often used metaphorically to devise or contrive with craft or skill.