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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

  1. noun A device with a magnetic needle (or an electronic equivalent) that points to show direction, especially north.
  2. noun A hinged drawing tool with two arms, used to draw circles or measure distances on a map or diagram.
  3. noun The overall range or scope of something, such as a voice or a set of abilities.
  4. verb To surround or encircle something completely.

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