waywiser

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Synonyms: waysider, way-wise, way wise, walliser

Antonyms: waysider, way-wise, way wise, walliser

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Noun

1. An [[instrument]] for measuring [[distance]] travelled, such as an [[odometer]], [[pedometer]], [[perambulator]], etc.
2. An [[instrument]] for determining [[direction]] (and possibly other aspects of one's travel as well).
3. {{lb|en|metaphor}} A [[guide]]; A means of determining the direction in which to proceed.

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