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liquid compass

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noun

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  1. wet compass.

Etymology

Origin of liquid compass

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

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The first liquid compass used in England was invented by Francis Crow, of Faversham, in 1813.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 7 "Columbus" to "Condottiere" by Various

Variation and deviation--factors carefully guarded against in ordinary circumstances--were affecting the boat's liquid compass, but to what extent Sefton knew not.

From With Beatty off Jutland A Romance of the Great Sea Fight by Westerman, Percy F. (Percy Francis)

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