A magnetized pointer (usually marked on the North end) within a compass, free to align itself with the Earth's magnetic field.

plural of compass needle

(British spelling) Alternative spelling of compartmentalize

plural of companion ladder

People are similar in character to their friends.

Time for which one is being compensated by one's employer, and for which the employer is therefore responsible for the welfare of the employee, and the employee is expected to refrain from engaging in personal interests.

plural of compact fluorescent lamp

(now rare) A drinking companion, especially one who is habitually drunk.

(software) Capability of interoperating with anticipated future systems.

(software) Capability of interoperating with older systems.