compasses
US /ˈkʌm.pəs.ɪz/
UK /ˈkʌm.pəs.ɪz/
複数名詞
コンパス
an instrument for drawing circles and arcs and for measuring distances, consisting of two arms linked by a hinge, one arm ending in a sharp point and the other in a pencil or pen
例:
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She used a pair of compasses to draw a perfect circle.
彼女は完璧な円を描くためにコンパスを使いました。
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The architect always carries his compasses with him.
建築家は常にコンパスを持ち歩いています。