compasspointer
nounUK /ˈkʌm.pəs ˌpɔɪn.tər/
US /ˈkʌm.pəs ˌpɔɪn.tɚ/
The little needle on a compass that always points north.
She watched the compasspointer swing around and settle on north.
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2. A small arrow or marker that shows which way to go.
Follow the compasspointer on the map to find the trail.
3. A tool or sign that helps you find your way.
The old sailor treated the stars as his compasspointer.
4. Something that guides your choices or decisions.
Honesty was the compasspointer for everything he did.