How Do You Spell COMPASSING?

Pronunciation: [kˈʌmpəsɪŋ] (IPA)

Compassing is spelled with two consonant sounds, /k/ and /m/, separated by a vowel sound, /æ/. The suffix -ing is added, indicating a present participle of a verb. In IPA phonetic transcription, compassing is written /ˈkʌmpəsɪŋ/. This word can mean either "encircling" or "plotting or scheming to accomplish something." As with many English words, the spelling of compassing can be tricky, with the double consonant and switch from a consonant to a vowel sound.

COMPASSING Meaning and Definition

  1. Compassing is a term that can be used as a verb or a noun, having slightly different meanings in each case. As a verb, compassing refers to the act of devising or planning something, often with a goal or intention in mind. It involves strategically and skillfully planning and executing a particular action, typically with a level of secrecy or cunning. This can include plotting or scheming to achieve a desired outcome, and may involve manipulating or deceiving others to achieve one's objectives. Compassing is often associated with a sense of careful calculation and deliberation, as well as shrewdness or astuteness in one's planning.

    As a noun, compassing can refer to the overall scope or extent of something. It describes the range or extent of an area, idea, or concept. In this sense, compassing refers to the comprehensive understanding or encompassing of a particular subject or concept. It implies a thorough comprehension and consideration of all elements and aspects involved, leaving no area untouched or unexplored.

    Overall, compassing encompasses the notions of strategic planning, calculation, and scheming, as well as the broader understanding and scope of a concept or area.

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Etymology of COMPASSING

The word compassing has its origins in the Old French verb compasser which means to measure, draw in a circle. This verb is derived from the Latin word com meaning together and passus meaning a step. In Middle English, compass was used as a noun meaning a circle, and compassing as a verb came to mean to go round in a circuit or to plan or scheme. Over time, the meaning of compassing expanded to include both literal and figurative senses, such as to accomplish, achieve, or bring about or to enclose or encompass.

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Conjugate verb Compassing

CONDITIONAL

I would compass
we would compass
you would compass
he/she/it would compass
they would compass

FUTURE

I will compass
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you will compass
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they will compass

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have compassed
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PAST

I compassed
we compassed
you compassed
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they compassed

PAST PERFECT

I had compassed
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he/she/it had compassed
they had compassed

PRESENT

I compass
we compass
you compass
he/she/it compasses
they compass

PRESENT PERFECT

I have compassed
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they have compassed
I am compassing
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