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1. (n.) binnacle
a stand or housing for a nautical compass.
Etymology: (1615–25; bin+(bitt)acle < Pg bitacola < L habitāculum lodge)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) binnacle
a nonmagnetic housing for a ship's compass (usually in front of the helm)
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1. (noun) binnacle
a case or box placed near the helmsman, containing the compass of a ship, and a light to show it at night
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The Standard Electrical Dictionary |
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1. binnacle
The case containing a mariner's compass on shipboard. It is enclosed completely; it has a glass side or window through which the compass can be seen, and is provided with one or two lamps arranged to light the card, while showing as little light as possible outside.
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