gyrocompasses
noun (plural) as in strong fondness
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Example:The captain relied on the gyrocompass used on a ship to maintain a steady course in the stormy weather.
Definition:The application of a gyroscope-based compass to navigate a vessel at sea.
From gyrocompass used on a ship
Example:The engineer checked the gyrocompass in operation before setting sail.
Definition:The functioning of a gyroscope-based compass.
From gyrocompass in operation
Example:The ship's gyrocompass was recalibrated every time it stopped due to rough seas.
Definition:A gyroscope-based compass specifically used on a ship for navigation.
From ship's gyrocompass
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