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sextant

noun

/ˈsɛkstənt/

Meaning

a navigational instrument with a graduated arc of 60°, used to measure the angle between a celestial object and the horizon

Using a sextant, the navigator fixed the ship’s position at noon.

astrolabe, octant, navigational instrument, quadrant

guesswork, estimation

marine sextant, brass sextant, sextant reading, use a sextant, celestial navigation

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

A series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end.

a person who remains independent from party politics or remains aloof from disputes

A flowering tree with colorful, crepe-like flowers, scientifically known as Lagerstroemia

the chance or probability of something happening

a reaction to something; an answer or reply; the way in which something reacts to external stimulus