bereik — meaning in English
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English meaning
- compass noun A device with a magnetic needle (or an electronic equivalent) that points to show direction, especially north.
- extent noun The area, range, or degree to which something covers or applies.
- purview noun The scope or range of something's authority, responsibility, or interest, especially a law or an official role.
- range noun The full span between the lowest and highest of something, such as values, prices, or distances.
- scope noun The range or extent of a subject, task, or activity.
- sphere noun A perfectly round, three-dimensional shape, like a ball.
Senses
bereik is used for these senses in English:
- compass (obsolete) A space within limits; an area.
- extent A range of values or locations.
- scope The breadth, depth or reach of a subject; the extent of applicability or relevance; a domain, purview or remit.
- sphere (figuratively) The region in which something or someone is active; one's province, domain. [from 17th c.]
compass — full definition
- noun A device with a magnetic needle (or an electronic equivalent) that points to show direction, especially north.
- noun A hinged drawing tool with two arms, used to draw circles or measure distances on a map or diagram.
- noun The overall range or scope of something, such as a voice or a set of abilities.
- verb To surround or encircle something completely.