astrocompass
noun
as·tro·compass
plural -s
: a device that by mechanically solving the astronomical triangle reveals the bearing of any recognized celestial body to a navigator and is used especially near the earth's magnetic pole where magnetic compasses are not reliable
Word History
Etymology
astr- + compass
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