Binnacle: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿงญ
Add to dictionary

binnacle

 

[ หˆbษชnษ™kl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

nautical instrument

A binnacle is a sturdy, often wooden or metal structure that houses a ship's compass and provides protection from the elements. It typically includes a glass enclosure to shield the compass from water and other environmental factors while allowing for visibility.

Synonyms

compass housing, compass stand

Examples of usage

  • The captain glanced at the binnacle to check the ship's heading.
  • The old binnacle on the deck was rusted but still functional.
  • During the storm, the binnacle's cover helped keep the compass dry.

Translations

Translations of the word "binnacle" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bainha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคฟเคจเฅˆเค•เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Binnacle

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ binnacle

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั–ะฝะพะบะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ binnacle

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ“ใƒŠใ‚ฏใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท binnacle

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ binnacle

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท binnacle

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น„๋‚˜ํด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠู†ุงูƒู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ binnacle

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ binnacle

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ˆตๆœบๆžถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ binnacle

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ binnacle

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะธะฝะฐะบะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒœแƒแƒ™แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ binnacle

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ binnacle

Etymology

The word 'binnacle' originates from the Latin term 'binnaculum', which referred to a small, sheltered spot. The term evolved through Old French 'binnacle' before making its way into English in the late 15th century. Historically, the binnacle has played a crucial role in naval navigation, serving not just as a protective case for the compass but also ensuring that navigators had reliable tools to determine their course. Its design has evolved over centuries, reflecting advancements in shipbuilding as well as changes in nautical technology. Today, while modern electronics have supplemented traditional compasses, the binnacle remains an iconic element of maritime culture.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,535, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.