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omvatten — 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.
  • compose verb To make up or form the parts of something.
  • comprise verb To consist of or be made up of particular parts.
  • cradle noun A small bed for a baby that rocks or swings gently.
  • encompass verb To include a wide range of things as part of a single whole.
  • envelop verb To surround, enclose or enfold.

Senses

omvatten is used for these senses in English:

  • compass To surround; to encircle; to environ; to stretch round.
  • compose To settle (an argument, dispute etc.); to come to a settlement.
  • comprise (transitive) To be made up of; to consist of (especially a comprehensive list of parts). [from the earlier 15th c.]
  • cradle (transitive) To contain in or as if in a cradle.
  • encompass (transitive) To include within its scope; to circumscribe or go round so as to surround; to enclose; to contain.
  • envelop (transitive) To surround, enclose or enfold.

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.

compose — full definition

  1. verb To make up or form the parts of something.
  2. verb To create a piece of music or writing.
  3. verb To calm oneself or bring one's emotions under control.

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