turn (something towards a direction); point (something at/to); aim (with something); channel (direct a flow); make something have a certain direction

(physics) magnetic field

a compass or pair of compasses, as used in drafting to draw a circle or mark out distance / the length of one's stride / a mariner's compass, as used to find magnetic north

(astronomy, mythology) Earth; Terra

a needle used in sewing or other forms of embroidery / a phonograph needle (in record players) / a needle used in medical injections / a knitting needle / a stinger (in insects)

counter for stitches

a placename / a surname

sewing needle / Alternative spelling of 鍼 (shin): acupuncture / pointed beam

needle / pin / pointer / hand (clock) / minute hand

north (cardinal point) / the North (northern part of a region) / a northerly, north wind / Short for 北の方 (kita no kata): northward / a developed country