compass needle

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What does compass needle mean?

A magnetized pointer (usually marked on the North end) within a compass, free to align itself with the Earth's magnetic field.

How to pronounce compass needle

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “compass needle”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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4. Repeat and practice — Say “compass needle” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.