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Pelorus
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What's The Definition Of Pelorus?Synonyms | Synonyms for Pelorus: Related Terms | Find terms related to Pelorus: See Also | Pelorus In Webster's Dictionary \Pe*lo"rus\, n. [After Pelorus, said to have been
Hannibal's pilot when he left Italy.] (Navig.)
An instrument similar to a mariner's compass, but without
magnetic needles, and having two sight vanes by which
bearings are taken, esp. such as cannot be taken by the
compass.
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