Brim and Compass

Brim

Brim noun - The line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something.
Usage example: the brim of the teacup was banded with gold

Compass and brim are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Compass" instead a noun "Brim".

Nearby Words: brimful, brimmer

Compass

Compass noun - The line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something.
Usage example: within the compass of the city walls

Brim and compass are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Brim" instead a noun "Compass".

Nearby Words: compassion, compassed, compassing
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