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bow compass

[ boh ]

noun

  1. any of several types of compasses having the legs joined by a bow-shaped piece.

bow compass

/ bəʊ /

noun

  1. a compass for drawing, in which the legs are joined by a flexible metal bow-shaped spring rather than a hinge, the angle being adjusted by a screw Also calledbow-spring compass

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Word History and Origins

Origin of bow compass1

First recorded in 1790–1800

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