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âmbito — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • ambit noun The extent of actions, thoughts, or the meaning of words, etc.
  • compass noun A device with a magnetic needle (or an electronic equivalent) that points to show direction, especially north.
  • realm noun A kingdom or territory ruled by a monarch or supreme authority.
  • scope noun The range or extent of a subject, task, or activity.

Senses

âmbito is used for these senses in English:

  • ambit The area or sphere of control and influence of something.
  • compass (obsolete) A space within limits; an area.
  • realm (also, figurative) A sphere of knowledge or of influence; a domain. [from after 1400]
  • scope The breadth, depth or reach of a subject; the extent of applicability or relevance; a domain, purview or remit.

ambit — full definition

  1. noun The extent of actions, thoughts, or the meaning of words, etc.
  2. noun The area or sphere of control and influence of something.
  3. noun The boundary around a building, town, region, etc.
  4. noun The circumference of something circular; also, an arc; a circuit, an orbit.

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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