Meaning Of The Word Prismatic compass

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What's The Definition Of Prismatic compass?

prismatic compass in American English
noun: a hand compass equipped with sights and prisms to permit aiming the instrument at a point and at the same time reading the compass direction of the point

prismatic compass in British English
noun: a kind of magnetic compass, fitted with a small prism, that enables the heading to be read while sighting

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