compass points
- Scope note
- Refers to directions as referenced on a compass, which is an instrument for measuring a horizontal reference direction relative to magnetic north. The four basic points are at the top, bottom, right and left sides of a compass, corresponding to north, south, east and west. Points between the four basic points are described by combining terms, for example, northeast, southeast, etc.
- Date of creation: 20-May-2024
Accepted term: 20-May-2024