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Instruments > Precision instruments > Mathematical instruments > Compasses, mathematical instruments

Preferred term

Compasses, mathematical instruments  

Definition

  • Instruments for drawing circles and measuring the distance between two points, consisting of two pointed legs, movable on a joint or pivot, usually made so that one of the points can be detached for the insertion of a pen or an extension [AAT]

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Notation

  • 118215

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JLC-ZT5FFJ1S-V

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