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binnacle

 

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Noun binnacle has 1 sense
  1. binnacle - a nonmagnetic housing for a ship's compass (usually in front of the helm)
    --1 is a kind of
    housing

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binnacle

Noun

1. A housing for a ship's compass.

Example sentence: The captain carefully adjusted the compass in the binnacle to ensure accurate navigation.

2. A stand or case for holding a magnetic compass on an aircraft or vehicle.

Example sentence: The pilot placed the compass in the binnacle before taking off.

3. (Local) A small storage compartment or cabinet in a boat or ship.

Example sentence: The sailor kept his personal belongings in a secret compartment within the ship's binnacle.


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