bow compass
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bow compass
(bō)n.
A drawing compass with legs that are connected by an adjustable metal spring band.
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bow compass
(bəʊ)n
(Mathematics) a compass for drawing, in which the legs are joined by a flexible metal bow-shaped spring rather than a hinge, the angle being adjusted by a screw. Also called: bow-spring compass
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